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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sumoni\, Golaghat\, Assam
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sumoni-golaghat-assam3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T174500
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CREATED:20260319T093432Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirsaim\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sirsaim-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T093000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Joka Wetlands\, Kolkata
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-joka-wetland-kolkata/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T090000
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CREATED:20260323T084402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T095142Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Haji Malang\, Thane\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-haji-malang-thane-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T064500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T084500
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260324T094837Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulam\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-ernakulam-kerala3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T073000
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CREATED:20260319T143020Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Madan Mahal Hills\, Jabalpur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-madan-mahal-hills-jabalpur-mp-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T180000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260313T110344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T055726Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\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-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T093000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260313T110946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T055310Z
UID:10214-1774164600-1774171800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at BNHS Conservation Education Centre\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-conservation-education-centre-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000
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CREATED:20260317T082350Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Dihing-Patkai National Park\, Assam
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dihing-patkai-national-park-assam/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260316T123312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T054301Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Mettupalayam\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mettupalayam-coimbatore-tamil-nadu/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260312T074104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T053610Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulam\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-ernakulum-kerala2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T083000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260313T060113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T053054Z
UID:10088-1774161000-1774168200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muhana grasslands\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muhana-grasslands-jaipur-rajasthan/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T080000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260317T072120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T122948Z
UID:10265-1774159200-1774166400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmili-lake-gondia-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T054500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T074500
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260316T121932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T114241Z
UID:10248-1774158300-1774165500@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagalhat Nala\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagalhat-nala-dehradun-uttarakhand/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260313T065033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113758Z
UID:10097-1774083600-1774090800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mohadi falls and Tincha Falls\, Indore\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mohadi-tincha-falls-indore-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260318T081506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113027Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Kuruvigere Village\, Bengaluru (World Sparrow Day)
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddaballapura-kuruvigere-village-bengaluru-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260312T080829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T104403Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar University\, Chh. Sambhajinagar
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-babasaheb-amedkar-university-campus-chh-sambhajinagar/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260306T110113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T115714Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-5/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T213000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260304T072052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T123358Z
UID:9833-1773559800-1773610200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260309T080111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T114813Z
UID:9998-1773559800-1773567000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Safari Park\, Kolkata\, West Bengal
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarobar-safari-park-kolkata-wb2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260305T063721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T113942Z
UID:9844-1773559800-1773567000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Sims Park\, Conoor\, Tamil Nadu
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sims-park-conoor-tamil-nadu-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260304T073541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T113332Z
UID:9837-1773559800-1773567000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
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CREATED:20260310T062736Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\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-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260309T081535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T110508Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vadavali\, Thane\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vadavali-thane-mh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
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CREATED:20260306T064626Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidikhon Wildlife Sanctuary\, Narsinghgarh (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chidikhon-wildlife-sanctuary-narsinghgarh-mp2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260306T062950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T105517Z
UID:9898-1773558000-1773565200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sondekoppa Lake\, Bangalore
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sondekoppa-lake-bangalore-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260304T070806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103911Z
UID:9827-1773558000-1773565200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\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/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260309T144914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103518Z
UID:10026-1773556200-1773563400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vaderahalli Lake\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vaderahalli-lake-bengaluru-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000
DTSTAMP:20260827T152333
CREATED:20260309T073831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103017Z
UID:9987-1773556200-1773563400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhilkheda Village Bhoj Wetland\, Ramser Site \, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhilheda-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Love Kush Vatika\, Dholpur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Kolkata\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										18 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Nibedita Chakraborty\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park\, located in the Garden Reach area of Kolkata\, spans approximately 82 hectares and is a unique blend of wetlands\, fish ponds\, and green belts. Originally developed for pisciculture and wastewater treatment\, the park now functions as an important urban biodiversity hotspot. The landscape comprises shallow water bodies\, marshy fringes\, grassy patches\, and tree-lined embankments\, offering varied habitats for birds and other wildlife. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of avifauna\, with around 108 bird species recorded so far\, including herons\, egrets\, cormorants\, ducks\, kingfishers\, and several migratory species. The presence of species such as the River Tern and Alexandrine Parakeet highlights the site’s ecological importance within the city’s wetland network.								\n				\n				\n				\n									However\, being situated in an industrial and residential zone\, Taratala Nature Park faces growing environmental pressures. Pollution from urban runoff\, habitat disturbance from recreational activities\, and noise from nearby traffic have gradually impacted the wetland’s health and bird populations. Encroachment and excessive human movement in certain zones further threaten breeding and roosting sites. To ensure the park’s long-term conservation\, there is a need for stricter management of water quality\, designated quiet zones for wildlife\, and regular bird monitoring. Promoting awareness among visitors and local communities can also help balance recreation with conservation\, allowing Taratala Nature Park to remain a vital green refuge in Kolkata’s urban landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Nibedita ChakrabortyA passionate bird enthusiast and\nresearcher\, worked extensively on\navifaunal communities of East Kolkata\nWetlands. Actively engaged in\npromoting conservation awareness\nand fostering community-based\nparticipation in bird monitoring and\nhabitat preservation. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Taratala Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Taratala Nature Park in Kolkata hosts a fascinating diversity of birdlife\, making it a vibrant pocket of biodiversity within the city’s urban landscape. The park’s mosaic of habitats—comprising small waterbodies\, reed patches\, open grassland\, and tree cover—attracts both resident and migratory species. Water-associated birds such as the Indian Pond Heron\, Little Cormorant\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and the striking Asian Openbill can be regularly seen along the wetland edges\, while arboreal birds like the Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, and Lineated Barbet occupy the canopy zones. The presence of raptors like the Black Kite and Shikra\, alongside colourful species such as the Stork-billed Kingfisher and Indian Golden Oriole\, further reflects the ecological richness of the site.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Among the common birds frequently recorded here are Spotted Dove\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Common Myna\, Jungle Babbler\, and House Crow\, all well adapted to semi-urban environments. The park also supports more sensitive and habitat-specific species like the Oriental Darter\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, and Lesser Whistling-Duck\, which indicate the importance of its wetland ecosystem. However\, increasing urbanization\, encroachment\, and pollution of surrounding water channels pose significant threats to its avifaunal diversity. Despite these pressures\, Taratala Nature Park remains an essential refuge for over 60 species of birds and continues to offer valuable opportunities for birdwatchers\, students\, and conservationists to observe and study Kolkata’s urban birdlife.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Crow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					 Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorany				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-rumped Flameback				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Babbler				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The bird walk at Nature Park\, Taratala\, recorded 30 species and was marked by curiosity and enthusiasm among participants. The call of the Asian Koel echoed through the park\, setting a lively tone for the morning.\n								\n				\n				\n				\n									A surprise sighting of a Eurasian Hoopoe at the end of the walk lifted everyone’s spirits and became a memorable highlight. The session also introduced participants to citizen science\, encouraging them to contribute to bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-love-kush-vatika-dholpur-rajasthan-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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