BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260425T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260425T084500 DTSTAMP:20260827T093233 CREATED:20260417T074523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T065727Z UID:11639-1777099500-1777106700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jahanpanah City Forest\, Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260425_070721.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260425T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260425T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260417T112641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T062724Z UID:11648-1777098600-1777105800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirpur lake\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sirpur-lake-indore-mp3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_3419-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260425T054000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260425T075000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260421T104857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T085246Z UID:11878-1777095600-1777103400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kipling Trek Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kipling-trek-dehradun-uttarakhand2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG20260425065103-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T093000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T084949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T105421Z UID:11341-1776583800-1776591000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260419_081429-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260414T114415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T101333Z UID:11430-1776582000-1776589200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatma-hill-pune-maharashtra3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260419-WA0001.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T090750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T111445Z UID:11353-1776582000-1776589200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sarmoli Village\, Munsiyari\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sarmoli-village-munsiyari-uttarakhand2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Common-Rosefinch_bow.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260413T064809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T111224Z UID:11410-1776580200-1776587400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biodiversity Park\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \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-maharashtra3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-19-at-11.27.38-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260413T071407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T114101Z UID:11416-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhamori-forest-plantation-bhopal-mp5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260420-WA0122.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T121700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T104015Z UID:11394-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmili-lake-gondia-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260419_080242-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T081613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T101855Z UID:11329-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thimmanna Nayakana Kere\, Chitradurga\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thimmanna-nayakana-kere-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260419_081150-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T074601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T103313Z UID:11317-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anasagar Lakefront\, Ajmer Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anasagar-lakefront-ajmer/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Scanned_20260419-1326-11-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T070234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100659Z UID:11310-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhorvan-bhopal-mp-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260419-WA0024-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T081500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T101500 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260409T134659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T113737Z UID:11280-1776500100-1776507300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nature-park-taratala-kolkata2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-18-at-12.46.54.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T100000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260415T094243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T110400Z UID:11449-1776499200-1776506400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarobar-lake-kolkata-wb-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PXL_20260418_102658147-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T210000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T115318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T105939Z UID:11387-1776495600-1776546000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetlands\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karave-wetlands-navi-mumbai-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260418-WA0100-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260414T093218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T060541Z UID:11426-1776495600-1776502800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \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-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-18-at-22.44.28.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T064546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T112005Z UID:11305-1776495600-1776502800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260418-WA0026.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260409T135526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T104817Z UID:11285-1776495600-1776502800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sultanpur National Park\, Gurugram (Delhi NCR) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sultanpur-national-park-gurugram-delhi-ncr3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260418_073038.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260418T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260410T061732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T112520Z UID:11293-1776493800-1776501000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Nagara Lake\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddaballapura-nagara-lake-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG20260418064744-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T180000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260406T090221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T105246Z UID:11096-1776009600-1776016800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Changaram Wetlands\, Alapuzha\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/changaram-wetlands-alapuzha-kerala/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-13-at-11.57.36-AM-1-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T091500 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260403T110913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T071932Z UID:10998-1775978100-1775985300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sunder Nursery\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sunder-nursery-new-delhi-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-13-at-8.55.18-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260403T094912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T061651Z UID:10874-1775977200-1775984400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Akshi Beach\, Alibaug\, Raigad\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-akshi-beach-alibaug-raigad-mh2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-4-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260403T093923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T060434Z UID:10860-1775977200-1775984400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirpur lake\, Indore (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sirpur-lake-indore-mp2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-09.21.00.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260403T080224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T101730Z UID:10827-1775977200-1775984400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-3-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-12.15.30-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260406T124000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T110456Z UID:11142-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Horhap Forest\, Mahilong \, Ranchi\, Jharkhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-horhap-forest-mahilong-ranchi-jharkhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot_20260412-130241_WhatsApp.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260403T110042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T064150Z UID:10990-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at CG City Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-6-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260403T084602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T055421Z UID:10843-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hessarghata-lake-bangalore-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_9984-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T081500 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260406T092052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T105739Z UID:11117-1775974500-1775981700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasota Dam View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasota-dam-view-point-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260413-WA0121-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260406T101211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T151311Z UID:11128-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Downstream of Gandhisagar Dam\, Mandsaur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gandhisagar-dam-mandsaur-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG20260412090615-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T093234 CREATED:20260406T080924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T104923Z UID:11078-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Barwala Bird Sanctuary\, Panchkula\, Haryana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Goa\n \n \n \n \n 9 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Sahani\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland is an expansive low-lying wetland system near the Mandovi estuary\, forming part of Goa’s important coastal floodplains. Comprising paddy fields\, seasonal marshes\, creeks\, and waterlogged grasslands\, the wetland functions as a crucial freshwater–brackish interface that supports rich biodiversity. The habitat sustains aquatic vegetation\, sedges\, grasses\, and mangrove associates along channels\, providing ideal conditions for a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Waders\, ducks\, herons\, egrets\, kingfishers\, and raptors are commonly recorded\, making the area one of the key bird-rich landscapes around Panaji. \n \n \n \n Beyond birds\, the wetland supports amphibians\, fish\, invertebrates\, and reptiles that contribute to its ecological productivity. However\, rapid urban expansion\, land reclamation\, altered drainage\, pollution\, and disturbance pose serious threats. Long-term conservation of Santa Cruz Wetland depends on protecting hydrological regimes\, preventing encroachment\, promoting community stewardship\, and recognising its value as a natural flood buffer and biodiversity hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush Sahani With over two years of birding experience\, he has documented 357 species across Goa. He feels most at home in the field while observing birds and understanding their habitats. His approach to guiding goes beyond identification\, focusing on behavior and deeper connections. His aim is to inspire curiosity and encourage people to care about bird conservation through every walk. \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 Santa Cruz Wetland \n \n \n \n Santa Cruz Wetland supports a diverse and seasonally rich bird community\, reflecting its mosaic of open water\, marshes\, mudflats\, and surrounding agricultural fields. The wetland is dominated by waders and waterbirds\, with species such as Pacific Golden-Plover\, Tibetan Sand-Plover\, Little Ringed Plover\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, Black-tailed Godwit\, Wood Sandpiper\, Common Sandpiper\, Marsh Sandpiper\, Common Greenshank\, Ruff\, and Common Snipe actively foraging on exposed mudflats. Large numbers of herons and egrets\, including Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Indian Pond-Heron\, Grey Heron\, and Purple Heron\, along with Glossy Ibis and Black-headed Ibis\, highlight the wetland’s productivity. Raptors such as Black Kite and Brahminy Kite patrol the area\, while species like Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Indian Roller\, drongos\, shrikes\, and mynas add colour to the landscape. Winter visitors like Bluethroat\, Western Yellow Wagtail\, and reed warblers further enhance the bird richness\, underscoring Santa Cruz Wetland’s importance as a key urban wetland for resident and migratory birds. \n \n \n \n \n Pacific Golden Plover \n \n \n \n Tibetan Sand Plover \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Black-tailed Godwit \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n Common Greenshank \n \n \n \n Blue-tailed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Grey heron \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Ruff \n \n \n \n Mallard \n \n \n \n Bluethroat \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \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 The walk at St Cruz Wetlands brought together 8 enthusiastic participants eager to learn bird identification and wetland ecology. The guide emphasized spotting techniques and conservation awareness throughout the session. \n \n \n \n A total of 44 species were recorded\, with standout sightings including Lesser Adjutant\, Black-tailed Godwits\, and Asian Openbill. The walk also highlighted environmental threats such as dumping\, making it both educational and impactful. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-barwala-bs-panchkula-haryana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1295-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR