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:20260419T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260419T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260410T074601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T103313Z UID:11317-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anasagar Lakefront\, Ajmer Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260410T070234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T100659Z UID:11310-1776578400-1776585600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260409T134659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T113737Z UID:11280-1776500100-1776507300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260415T094243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T110400Z UID:11449-1776499200-1776506400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260410T115318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T105939Z UID:11387-1776495600-1776546000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetlands\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260414T093218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T060541Z UID:11426-1776495600-1776502800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260410T064546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T112005Z UID:11305-1776495600-1776502800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 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 TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260410T061732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T112520Z UID:11293-1776493800-1776501000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Nagara Lake\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260406T090221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T105246Z UID:11096-1776009600-1776016800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Changaram Wetlands\, Alapuzha\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260403T110913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T071932Z UID:10998-1775978100-1775985300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sunder Nursery\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260403T094912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T061651Z UID:10874-1775977200-1775984400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Akshi Beach\, Alibaug\, Raigad\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102515 CREATED:20260403T093923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T060434Z UID:10860-1775977200-1775984400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirpur lake\, Indore (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T080224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T101730Z UID:10827-1775977200-1775984400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260406T124000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T110456Z UID:11142-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Horhap Forest\, Mahilong \, Ranchi\, Jharkhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 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 TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T084602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T055421Z UID:10843-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 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 TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 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 TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260406T080924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T104923Z UID:11078-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Barwala Bird Sanctuary\, Panchkula\, Haryana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T131011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T145912Z UID:11050-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sarmoli Village\, Munsiyari\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sarmoli-village-munsiyari-uk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260412-WA0006.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T105459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T065514Z UID:10982-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Jalashay\, Ramsar Site\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-jalashay-ramsar-site-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-1.41.16-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T100734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T063102Z UID:10895-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantapura National Park\, Anantapura\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantapura-national-park-anantapura-andhra-pradesh2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-5-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T083531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T051833Z UID:10837-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \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-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T081135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T102012Z UID:10832-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Fishing Lake\, Asika\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-fishing-lake-asika-odisha-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260412-WA0010-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T045318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T110155Z UID:10807-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nevta Lake & Dam\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nevta-lake-jaipur-rajasthan-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-13-at-12.14.46-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260406T083438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T095852Z UID:11087-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260411_074710.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T044349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094628Z UID:10802-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhopar Grasslands\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhopar-grasslands-thane-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260411-WA00901-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260403T042820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T150519Z UID:10796-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-lake-goa-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260412-WA0038.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T084500 DTSTAMP:20260827T102516 CREATED:20260406T082100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094003Z UID:11082-1775889900-1775897100@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Navi Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 10 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Shmes Sufyan\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n TS Chanakya in Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai\, is a serene green pocket nestled between urban development\, mangroves\, and tidal wetlands\, offering a refreshing natural escape for residents and nature enthusiasts. Once known for the maritime training institute located here\, the area has gradually transformed into a favored birding and walking spot thanks to its mix of freshwater pools\, grassy patches\, and scattered trees. The sight of sunrise over the wetlands\, with distant mangrove silhouettes and gentle ripples on the water\, lends the place a peaceful charm that contrasts beautifully with the bustling city around it. \n \n \n \n Today\, TS Chanakya stands as a cherished recreational and ecological space where walkers\, joggers\, and birdwatchers cross paths with fishermen and locals enjoying quiet moments. The tidal influence from the creek and the mix of wetland habitats draw a variety of wildlife\, particularly during the migratory season when the site comes alive with the calls and movements of visiting birds. Efforts by local naturalists and birding groups have helped highlight the ecological significance of the area\, encouraging appreciation and awareness for conserving this rare green-lung space amid rapid urban growth. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Shmes Sufyan Birding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of TS Chanakya \n \n \n \n The wetlands and open grasslands around TS Chanakya support a rich variety of birdlife\, making it one of Navi Mumbai’s popular birding spots. Large waders such as Lesser and Greater Flamingos gather in impressive numbers\, often joined by Painted Storks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, and Spot-billed Ducks along the shallow pools. The edges of the water bustle with activity from Wood Sandpipers\, Little Stints\, Eurasian Curlews\, and Common Sandpipers\, while Whiskered Terns skim gracefully over the water surface. The marshes and trees around the site host Little and Great Egrets\, Little Cormorants\, and charismatic kingfishers like the White-throated and Common Kingfisher. In the surrounding scrub and grassland\, birdwatchers can spot smaller but equally charming species including the Bluethroat\, Eurasian Hoopoe\, Ashy Prinia\, Ashy Drongo\, and White-eared Bulbul\, making the area a vibrant mosaic of wetland and woodland birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n Northern Pintail \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Indian Spot - billed Duck \n \n \n \n Eurasian Curlew \n \n \n \n Common Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Ashy Drongo \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 This small-group walk provided a more personal and focused birding experience. With just 3 participants\, the session allowed for detailed observation\, discussion\, and one-on-one learning. The coastal and campus habitat supported a variety of birdlife. \n \n \n \n Participants recorded several species while learning about identification techniques and bird behaviour. The intimate group size ensured a relaxed pace and deeper engagement with the surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-11-at-7.25.37-AM.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR