Bird Walk at Laxman Siddh, Harrawala, Dehradun
- Mumbai
- 19 July, 2026
- Rs 300/- per head
- Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.
About Laxman Siddh, Harrawala
Nestled on the outskirts of Dehradun along the foothills of the Shivalik Range, Laxman Siddh is a serene forested landscape known for its rich biodiversity and peaceful natural surroundings. The area is dominated by moist deciduous forests, sal woodlands, scrub, seasonal streams, and open clearings that support a wide variety of flora and fauna. Its location within the Doon Valley makes it an excellent habitat for birds, butterflies, reptiles, and small mammals, offering nature lovers and birdwatchers an ideal escape into the Himalayan foothills.
The diverse forest habitats attract an impressive range of resident and seasonal birds throughout the year, making Laxman Siddh one of Dehradun’s rewarding birding destinations. However, increasing tourism, habitat degradation, urban expansion, and human disturbance pose growing challenges to the area’s ecological balance. Continued conservation efforts, responsible ecotourism, and protection of native forests are essential to preserving this valuable biodiversity hotspot.
Bird Guide: Dr Garima Singh
Dr. Garima Singh holds a Ph.D. from the Zoological Survey of India, specializing in avian acoustics, and an M.Phil. in avian chronobiology. With over five years of experience, her work spans ethology, zoosemiotics, and avian ecology. She combines strong research expertise with field-based insights, bringing a nuanced understanding of bird behavior and communication.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of Laxman Siddh, Harrawala
Laxman Siddh is a delightful destination for woodland birdwatching, where the forests echo with the calls of Himalayan and foothill species. Visitors can spot Himalayan Bulbuls, Red-vented Bulbuls, Brown-headed Barbets, Indian Grey Hornbills, Rose-ringed and Plum-headed Parakeets, along with Greater Coucals and Asian Koels. Smaller forest birds such as White-throated Fantails, Green-backed Tits, Grey-hooded Warblers, Indian White-eyes, Common Tailorbirds, and Scaly-breasted Munias are commonly encountered among the trees and undergrowth. Raptors like the Black Kite soar overhead, while Spotted Doves, Red-wattled Lapwings, Jungle Babblers, Large Grey Babblers, and Common Mynas add to the rich diversity, making every walk through Laxman Siddh an engaging birding experience.
Asian Koel
Black Kite
Brown-headed Barbet
Common Myna
Common Tailorbird
Gray-hooded Warbler
Green-backed Tit
Greater Coucal
Himalayan Bulbul
Indian Gray Hornbill
Indian White-eye
Jungle Babbler
Large Gray Babbler
Plum-headed Parakeet
Red-vented Bulbul
Red-wattled Lapwing
Rose-ringed Parakeet
Scaly-breasted Munia
Spotted Dove
White-throated Kingfisher
- Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.
