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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khalanga Reserve Forest\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khalanga-reserve-forest-dehradun-uttarakhand3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
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CREATED:20260611T085908Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T054500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
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CREATED:20260615T082157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T071117Z
UID:13806-1782020700-1782028800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Raitha Gomti Riverbank\, Lucknow\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-raitha-gomthi-lucknow-up/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T054500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260615T072334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T061356Z
UID:13771-1782020700-1782028800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poaama Nursery\, Chhindwara (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poaama-nursery-chhindwara-mp-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260615T071901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T061017Z
UID:13767-1781938800-1781946000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Barvi Forest Range\, Thane Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-barvi-forest-range-thane-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260615T071229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T060548Z
UID:13762-1781938800-1781946000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260615T070154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T060248Z
UID:13753-1781937000-1781944200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay (Sarovar Udyan)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-sarovar-udyan-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260611T085305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T060034Z
UID:13701-1781935200-1781942400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jahanpanah City Forest\, Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jahanpanah-city-forest-delhi-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260605T070341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093437Z
UID:13506-1781418600-1781469000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260609T060222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T060700Z
UID:13568-1781418600-1781425800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Dam & Lake (Village Side)\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-dam-lake-village-side-nagpur-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260605T054801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093751Z
UID:13491-1781416800-1781424000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-7/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T073000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260605T052234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T101311Z
UID:13480-1781415000-1781422200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Macpherson Lake\, Prayagraj\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-macpherson-lake-prayagraj-up/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T051500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T071500
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260605T060707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T095948Z
UID:13498-1781414100-1781421300@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kukrail Picnic Spot Phase 1	Lucknow\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kukrail-spot-phase-1-lucknow/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260609T055209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T100712Z
UID:11409-1781332200-1781339400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ambazari Biodiversity Park\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ambazari-biodiversity-park-nagpur-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260608T104414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T095638Z
UID:13555-1781332200-1781339400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-jn/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260608T102337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093331Z
UID:13550-1781332200-1781339400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mothi Desai Village Park\, Dombivali\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mothi-desai-village-park-dombivali-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260608T101714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093918Z
UID:13545-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Viva Wetlands\, Virar\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-viva-wetlands-virar-maharashtra-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260608T095137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T112024Z
UID:13532-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sal Patch\, Chandrabani\, Dehradun
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sal-patch-chandrabani-dehradun/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260608T092556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T100239Z
UID:13524-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pipal Wala Har (Local area of ​​Kuno National Park)\, Sheopur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pipal-wala-har-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260608T090947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093021Z
UID:13518-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mullur lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mullur-lake-bangalore-karnataka2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260605T050954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T092840Z
UID:13475-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T073000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandrashekhar Smriti Van\, Delhi NCR
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandrashekhar-smriti-van-delhi-ncr/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260601T100706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T101941Z
UID:13275-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hadosiddapura Lake\, Chikkakannalli\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hadosiddapura-lake-chikkakannali-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260601T095752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T091548Z
UID:13263-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at BNHS Conservation Education Centre\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bnhs-conservation-education-centre-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260601T094927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T110045Z
UID:13251-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Dam & Lake (Village Side)\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260529T062332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T110350Z
UID:13220-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hessarghata-lake-bangalore-karnataka2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260529T055508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T090546Z
UID:13208-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Durga Tekdi\, PCMC\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-durga-tekdi-pcmc-pune/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260601T101307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T090904Z
UID:13290-1780812000-1780819200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddakallasandra Lake(Kanakapura Road)\, Bengaluru\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddakallasandra-lake-bengaluru-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T060000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangadi Biodiversity Park\, Gondia\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangadi-biodiversity-park-gondia-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T204311
CREATED:20260529T061753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T101158Z
UID:13216-1780812000-1780819200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										New Delhi\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Mansi Lodhi\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. 								\n				\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. 				\n				\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Sanjay Van				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian-collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rufous Treepie				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ashy Prinia				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sixteen participants\, including several families and groups of friends\, joined the Ataavi bird walk at Sanjay Van\, highlighting the growing popularity of bird walks as enjoyable outdoor experiences for all ages. Rather than simply identifying every bird immediately\, participants were encouraged to slow down\, observe carefully\, and think like naturalists using prompts such as “I notice” and “I wonder.” This observation-based approach encouraged everyone to study behaviour\, plumage\, and movement before arriving at an identification. Discussions also explored behaviours such as preening\, drawing comparisons with everyday human activities to make bird behaviour more relatable.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The group recorded 18 species during the outing\, including Red-vented Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Grey-breasted Prinia\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Indian Grey Hornbill\, Black Drongo\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Oriental Magpie Robin. The undisputed highlight was watching a pair of Pied Cuckoos moving through dry shrubs\, delighting participants with prolonged views of this iconic monsoon visitor. The interactive style of the walk encouraged curiosity\, careful observation\, and thoughtful discussion\, helping participants develop stronger birdwatching skills while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world around them.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-deer-park-new-delhi-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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