BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250905T073728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T091838Z UID:5321-1758436200-1758443400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Smriti Van\, Sikar (Rajasthan) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-smritivan-sikar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20250921-WA0043.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250904T073516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T072157Z UID:5270-1758436200-1758443400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-igrms-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250921-WA0064-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T080000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250909T073443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T124346Z UID:5360-1758434400-1758441600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pattikonda Reserve Forest\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pattikonda-rf-ap/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG20250921063402-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250906T073349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T123032Z UID:5350-1757833200-1757840400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250914_081834034_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250904T073139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T094546Z UID:5241-1757833200-1757840400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \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-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250914-WA0005.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T093000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250905T073016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T120142Z UID:5313-1757831400-1757842200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharajpura\, Gwalior (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharajpur-gwalior-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250914-WA0073-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T093000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250904T073036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T095856Z UID:5248-1757831400-1757842200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhopal-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250914_080012-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250907T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250907T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250901T120620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T113949Z UID:5232-1757228400-1757235600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Lake\, Aurangabad\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sukhna-lake-aurangabad-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250907_080108941-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250901T112714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T105420Z UID:5226-1757142000-1757149200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sylvan Biodiversity Forest\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sylvan-forest-jaipur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG20250906084051-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T080000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250901T101308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T094751Z UID:5109-1757138400-1757145600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gangampalli Forest\, Puttaparthi\, Sathya Sai\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-gangamapally_forest_ap/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250906_073202863-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250818T065142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T083758Z UID:5060-1756621800-1756629000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-saul-kere-blr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PXL_20250831_022725993-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250812T074825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T082010Z UID:5034-1756621800-1756629000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Similipal\, Baripada\, Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-similipal_baripada_mayurbhanj_odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG-20250831-WA0015-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250724T105839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T070813Z UID:4871-1756621800-1756629000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Astha Kunj Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-astha-kunj-park-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_2136-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250830T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250830T100000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250813T070501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T064411Z UID:5047-1756540800-1756548000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ajc-bose-botanical-garden-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG-20250830-WA0000.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250724T105709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T063009Z UID:4951-1756018800-1756026000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Lake Nagpur DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada_lake_nagpur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250824095317-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250720T072442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T061307Z UID:4804-1756018800-1756026000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ganjeshwari Temple\, Bondla\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ganjeshwari-temple-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250824080910-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250823T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250823T103000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20260817T061223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T105141Z UID:16029-1755937800-1755945000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ajc-bose-botanical-garden-kolkata-trc/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PXL_20260823_103233771.PORTRAIT-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250719T072452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T060901Z UID:4879-1755419400-1755428400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DSCN8788-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250719T072319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T110042Z UID:4855-1755414900-1755421200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhamori-forest-plantation-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250817-WA0037-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250718T072250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T110920Z UID:4830-1754810100-1754816400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mhatoba Hill (Tekdi)\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mhatoba-hill-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_20250810_075704590_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250717T070037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T120551Z UID:4782-1754807400-1754814600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-city-forest/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250810-WA0004.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250718T072126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T114501Z UID:4790-1754805600-1754816400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Amanikere\, Tumakuru\, KA DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-amanikere-tumkuru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250810-WA0006-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250716T092611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T093725Z UID:4761-1754236800-1754244000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250803174158-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250716T072747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T095150Z UID:4773-1754236800-1754244000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shahpura Lake\, Bhopal (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shahpura-lake-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cb738c15-8433-4009-afc0-810b5cedd7ba.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250715T061143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T110412Z UID:4688-1751783400-1751790600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250708-WA0010-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145053 CREATED:20250627T100643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T100633Z UID:4658-1751783400-1751790600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250706-WA0019-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250622T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250622T090000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145054 CREATED:20250615T054305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T121238Z UID:4496-1750575600-1750582800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dhamandhari\, Shimla (HP) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/dhamandhari-shimla-himachal-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_8419-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250621T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250621T083000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145054 CREATED:20250615T075350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T121331Z UID:4413-1750487400-1750494600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarovar-lake/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_20250621_090929-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T093000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145054 CREATED:20250610T111346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T063418Z UID:4436-1749969000-1749979800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Canal Road\, Goware\, Karad DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-canal-road-goware-karad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG-20250615-WA0000-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T093000 DTSTAMP:20260829T145054 CREATED:20250610T083541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T063152Z UID:4424-1749969000-1749979800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Van Vihar National Park\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chhini-tanakpur-uk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PSX_20250615_111102-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR