BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ataavi X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T161500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T181500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T110954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T085201Z UID:18089-1790439300-1790446500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pasumamula Cheruvu\, Hyderabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pasumamula-cheruvu-hyderabad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-21.21.17.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T180000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260920T163740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T092237Z UID:18214-1790438400-1790445600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Adyar River Trail\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-adyar-river-trail-chennai-tn/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-20.13.12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T100000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T121644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T092925Z UID:18111-1790409600-1790416800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pakhibitan\, Eco Park\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pakhibitan-eco-park-kolkata-ssn/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-03-at-21.54.48.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T093000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260917T124412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T082647Z UID:17952-1790407800-1790415000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rancharda Lake\, Ahmedabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rancharda-lake-ahmedabad-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-15.50.14.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T150043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T092017Z UID:18166-1790406000-1790413200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mhatoba Hill/Tekdi\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mhatoba-hill-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-11.07.02.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T125328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T093219Z UID:18129-1790406000-1790413200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muthurayaswamy betta\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muthurayaswamy-betta-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-20.32.50.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T120211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T093036Z UID:18106-1790406000-1790413200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kurichi Kulam\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kurichi-kulam-coimbatore-tamil-nadu-ka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG-20260926-WA0004.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T102138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T084743Z UID:18077-1790406000-1790413200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Krishnampathy Lake\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-krishnampathy-lake-coimbatore-tamil-nadu-prj/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-21.09.25.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260917T130005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T083606Z UID:17965-1790406000-1790413200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-yt-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-15.37.55.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T114330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T093420Z UID:18101-1790404200-1790411400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Surajpur Wetland\, Noida\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-surajpur-wetland-noida-up-al/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-10.44.42.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260917T125423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T083404Z UID:17960-1790404200-1790411400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Japanese Garden\, Seminary Hills\, Nagpur DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-japanese-garden-seminary-hills-nagpur-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-12.03.29.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T113201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T085329Z UID:18096-1790403300-1790410500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kumizhi Lake\, Chennai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kumizhi-lake-chennai-pp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-14.27.44.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T105853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T084932Z UID:18085-1790403300-1790410500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mullur Lake (Sarjapur Road)\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mullur-lake-sarjapur-road-bangalore-karnataka-rr-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-11.40.04.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T095443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T084641Z UID:18069-1790403300-1790410500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Horamavu Agara lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-horamavu-agara-lake-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-17.26.33.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T123353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T092900Z UID:18120-1790402400-1790409600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pallikarnai Southwest Watchtower\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pallikarnai-marshland-southwest-watchtower-chennai-tn/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-10.23.53-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260918T093901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T084427Z UID:18062-1790402400-1790409600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dravyavati Bird Park \, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dravyavati-bird-park-jaipur-rajasthan-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG-20260926-WA0112-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260917T123931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T082417Z UID:17948-1790402400-1790409600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sikandarpur-pahadi-gurugram-gpf/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-08.20.21.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T054500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T074500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260917T140627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T083140Z UID:17985-1790401500-1790408700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sippighat wetland \, Andaman & Nicobar Islands DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sippighat-wetland-andaman-nicobar-islands/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-27-at-21.52.26.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260910T100538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T061756Z UID:17513-1789923600-1789930800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-anb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20260920_173849-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T093000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T150259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T141832Z UID:17664-1789889400-1789896600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-navi-mumbai-maharashtra-2-nb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-1.19.15-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T093000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T133948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140258Z UID:17639-1789889400-1789896600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bor River Dam\, Amravati\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bor-river-dam-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_1753-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T091500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T113332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T060942Z UID:17604-1789888500-1789895700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-ad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-09.51.18.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T154711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T142158Z UID:17688-1789887600-1789894800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ratna lake\, Bopal\, Ahmedabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ratna-lake-bopal-ahmedabad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-3.20.23-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T152829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140626Z UID:17673-1789887600-1789894800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Erangal Beach ( madh island)\, Malad\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-erangal-beach-madh-island-malad-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-9.14.23-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260910T094858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T062410Z UID:17509-1789887600-1789894800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sunder Nursery\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sunder-nursery-new-delhi-nk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260920-WA0120-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T143329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140927Z UID:17649-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Nagara Lake\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddaballapura-nagara-lake-bangalore-gp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-8.15.11-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T103236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T061220Z UID:17580-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at DDA Forest Park\, Central Ridge\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dda-forest-park-central-ridge-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-8.13.41-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T025200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T053421Z UID:16771-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sal Forest Trail\, Dehradun DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sal-forest-trail-dehradun-at/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-11.59.37.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260910T094111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T053530Z UID:17504-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-am-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-20.12.04.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T164416 CREATED:20260911T120142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T060736Z UID:17617-1789884900-1789892100@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at The Great Salt Lake\, Nemeli\, Chennai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \, Hyderabad \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hyderabad\n \n \n \n \n 2 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ashly Biji\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n On Hyderabad’s fast-growing eastern edge\, Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu is a big\, old tank that the city hasn’t swallowed yet. Like many Deccan lakes\, it was built long ago to store monsoon rain. Its shallow edges\, reedy margins and scattered granite boulders give way to scrub\, open fields and the Tatti Khana urban forest nearby. That mix of water\, grassland and dry woodland lets a small area hold a surprising range of wildlife. Babul and neem grow along the bunds. Water plants and sedges fill the shallows. Blackbuck and peafowl are sometimes seen in the surrounding scrub. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Kuntloor changes with the seasons. Herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers work the water all year. Prinias\, bee-eaters and larks fill the open country. In winter\, migrant waders\, wagtails\, pipits and flycatchers arrive\, and raptors circle overhead. The lake is also under steady pressure. Sewage inflow\, garbage dumping\, encroachment on the shoreline and weeds like water hyacinth all threaten it\, and new construction keeps closing in. Protecting the catchment\, keeping the natural edges instead of concreting them\, and having local birders record what lives here are the lake’s best defence. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ashly BijiHe has over 4 years of experience as an official birder and has led nearly 500 nature walks across the Periyar Tiger Reserve and various parts of Telangana. His extensive field experience has deepened his understanding of birds\, wildlife\, and their habitats\, while his work as a nature guide reflects his passion for connecting people with the natural world.\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 \n Common birds of Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu \n \n \n \n At Kuntloor\, the edge of the water is where most of the action happens. Black-winged Stilts wade the shallows on long\, bright pink legs. Red-wattled Lapwings shriek “did-he-do-it!” at anyone who comes too close. Little Egrets\, Indian Pond-Herons and big flocks of Eastern Cattle-Egrets hunt in the mud and grass. Little and Great Cormorants dive for fish and then sit with their wings spread out to dry. The shy White-breasted Waterhen slips between the reeds\, and the White-browed Wagtail\, a black-and-white resident\, bobs along the rocks on the shore. In the monsoon\, Baya Weavers get busy weaving their famous hanging nests\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters sweep out after insects from wires and branches. The scrub is full of small birds: Ashy Prinias\, Common Tailorbirds\, Purple Sunbirds and the Indian Robin\, which cocks its tail. The Gray Francolin’s loud calls ring out at dawn\, and Indian Peafowl stroll along the bunds. Asian Palm Swifts race overhead\, and the Asian Koel’s rising call carries across the lake. Together they make Kuntloor a lively example of the Deccan’s wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle-Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Asian Palm Swift \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \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 Nine birders joined guide Ashly Biji at Kuntloor Pedda Cheruvu in Hyderabad on 2 October for a pleasant morning beside one of the city’s much-loved lakes. Reedy margins\, open water and patches of grass create the kind of varied habitat that birds love\, and the group moved along the bund with binoculars ready\, watching the edges for movement. By the end of the walk they had recorded 26 species\, a rewarding total that reflects the richness of the wetland. Two of the most charming sightings of the day were small birds of the reeds and grasses: the Zitting Cisticola\, whose tiny frame and jerky display flight surprised those seeing it for the first time\, and the Red Avadavat\, a bright little finch whose crimson plumage stood out against the greenery. Lakes like this one commonly host herons\, egrets\, cormorants and kingfishers\, and the group enjoyed learning how each of them hunts\, rests and moves through the shallows. Ashly shared simple identification tips\, helping participants recognise birds through shape\, call and behaviour\, and encouraged everyone to take their time and let the birds reveal themselves. With a compact group\, there was room for conversation and questions\, and the walk felt personal and relaxed. The soft morning light\, the calm water and the steady hum of birdsong made it easy to forget that a busy city lay just beyond the trees. Participants departed with new species on their lists and a stronger connection to the place\, a reminder that even a short walk beside a local lake can open the door to a whole world of birds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 9 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-the-great-salt-lake-nemeli-chennai-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20260920_082532-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR