BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260926T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260918T113201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T085329Z UID:18096-1790403300-1790410500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kumizhi Lake\, Chennai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 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 Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260918T095443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T084641Z UID:18069-1790403300-1790410500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Horamavu Agara lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260918T123353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T092900Z UID:18120-1790402400-1790409600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pallikarnai Southwest Watchtower\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260918T093901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T084427Z UID:18062-1790402400-1790409600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dravyavati Bird Park \, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260917T123931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T082417Z UID:17948-1790402400-1790409600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260917T140627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T083140Z UID:17985-1790401500-1790408700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sippighat wetland \, Andaman & Nicobar Islands DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260910T100538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T061756Z UID:17513-1789923600-1789930800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-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:20261023T173717 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 Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T133948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140258Z UID:17639-1789889400-1789896600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bor River Dam\, Amravati\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T113332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T060942Z UID:17604-1789888500-1789895700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T154711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T142158Z UID:17688-1789887600-1789894800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ratna lake\, Bopal\, Ahmedabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 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 Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260910T094858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T062410Z UID:17509-1789887600-1789894800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sunder Nursery\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sunder-nursery-new-delhi-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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T143329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140927Z UID:17649-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Nagara Lake\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 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 Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T025200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T053421Z UID:16771-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sal Forest Trail\, Dehradun DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260910T094111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T053530Z UID:17504-1789885800-1789893000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-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:20261023T173717 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 Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T144923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T141150Z UID:17653-1789884000-1789891200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-mm-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PXL_20260920_023254081-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T121036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140018Z UID:17623-1789884000-1789891200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vellayini-lake-kireedam-palam-trivandrum-kerala-ms/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260920-WA0009-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T104939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T061118Z UID:17587-1789884000-1789891200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lotus Pond\, HAU Lake\, Hisar\, Haryana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lotus-pond-hau-lake-hisar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-21-at-10.14.00-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173717 CREATED:20260911T101650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T061447Z UID:17571-1789884000-1789891200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pabe Ghat\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pabe-ghat-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260920-WA0005-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260910T102124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T061642Z UID:17518-1789884000-1789891200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jayanti Devi Dam\, Mohali DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jayanti-devi-dam-mohali/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_20260920_080504-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T040000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260920T060000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260911T145609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T141642Z UID:17659-1789876800-1789884000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pallikarnai Marshland EcoPark\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pallikarnai-marshland-ecopark-chennai-tn-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-7.30.48-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260911T090530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T045532Z UID:17549-1789837200-1789844400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Yelahanka lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-yelahanka-lake-bengaluru-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-19-at-19.48.32.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260911T133226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T052842Z UID:17635-1789801200-1789808400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rajarhat\, Kolkata\, West Bengal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rajarhat-kolkata-west-bengal-ss/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-20-at-16.27.11.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260911T125859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T052304Z UID:17631-1789801200-1789808400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vadavali\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vadavali-thane-maharashtra-sk-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-19-at-11.16.18.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260911T083046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T045002Z UID:17543-1789801200-1789808400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Singanallur Lake\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-singanallur-lake-coimbatore-tamil-nadu-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-19-at-19.15.29.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260919T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T173718 CREATED:20260909T113608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T043212Z UID:17480-1789801200-1789808400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dehradun\n \n \n \n \n 4 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Ankush Panwar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road is a scenic route through the foothills of the Doon Valley\, connecting the green landscapes around Maldevta with the Sahastradhara area. The road passes through a varied landscape of forest patches\, agricultural fields\, scrub\, streams\, rocky slopes and scattered trees\, creating a mosaic of habitats for birds. The proximity of the Shivalik foothills and the wider Himalayan landscape adds to the ecological diversity of the area. Seasonal streams and watercourses provide important resources for wildlife\, while the vegetation along the road offers feeding\, nesting and sheltering opportunities for a variety of species. The route is particularly attractive during the early morning\, when bird activity is high and the cooler conditions make it ideal for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n The transition between open valley habitats and foothill vegetation makes this stretch especially interesting for observing both plains and Himalayan-associated bird species. Different sections of the road can offer very different birding experiences\, from open-country species around agricultural areas to woodland birds in more vegetated stretches. The surrounding landscape also forms part of a broader green corridor connecting natural habitats around Dehradun and the lower Himalayan foothills. With increasing development and traffic in parts of the region\, maintaining natural vegetation\, protecting stream corridors and minimising disturbance to wildlife are important for conserving the area’s ecological value. For birdwatchers\, the Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road offers an accessible way to explore the diverse birdlife of the Doon Valley and its surrounding foothills. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Ankush PanwarA passionate birder since November 2025\, with a life list of 229 species and ranked among the top 20 eBird birders this year. Actively explores Uttarakhand and Greater Noida\, documenting birds through sight\, calls\, and behaviour\, while focusing on strengthening identification skills by ear and introducing children aged 3–8 to birding. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Maldevta-Sahastradhara Link Road \n \n \n \n The Maldevta–Sahastradhara Link Road supports a diverse bird community reflecting its combination of open areas\, scrub\, woodland and foothill habitats. The birding highlights include Indian Peafowl\, Indian Gray Hornbill\, Gray-capped Pygmy Woodpecker\, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater and Asian Green Bee-eater\, representing the variety of habitats found along the route. The presence of Himalayan Bulbul alongside Red-vented Bulbul is particularly interesting\, while Jungle Babbler\, Brahminy Starling\, Common Myna and Oriental Magpie-Robin are commonly associated with the surrounding vegetation and open spaces. Open stretches support Long-tailed Shrike\, Pied Bushchat and Brown Rock Chat\, while the sky above the road can be active with Wire-tailed Swallow and Eastern Red-rumped Swallow. Woodland patches provide opportunities for species such as the Indian Gray Hornbill and pygmy woodpecker. Common Hoopoe\, White-throated Kingfisher and Black Kite add further variety. Overall\, the species recorded demonstrate how the meeting of valley\, agricultural\, scrub and foothill habitats creates a productive birding landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared-Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Eurasian Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Chestnut-headed Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Gray-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Eastern Red-rumped Swallow \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Himalayan Bulbul \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Brahminy Starling \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Pied Bushchat \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 Five birders joined guide Ankush Panwar on the Maldevta Sahastradhara link road in Dehradun on 4 October for a deeply engaging walk through the forested foothills\, recording 36 species. Because the group was small\, Ankush could talk about each bird in great detail: how they sleep\, how they communicate\, how they listen and how they behave in different situations. The conversation went beyond names to include folk tales related to the birds\, conservation and the importance of protecting vultures\, and participants asked a wealth of questions. Among the notable sightings were the Kalij Pheasant\, a shy forest bird that is a prize for any birder\, and the Red Junglefowl\, the wild ancestor of the domestic chicken\, which drew admiring looks. One of the highlights was seeing two to three species of minivets\, and everyone in the group had an excellent view. There was also a moment when several birds came very close: an Indian Grey Hornbill and a Rufous Treepie perched on a tree right next to the group. A pair of Grey-capped Pygmy Woodpeckers came so close that the group could watch them clearly with the naked eye\, a rare and delightful experience. The participants loved the way the walk combined sightings with discussion and insight\, which helped them understand more about birds and birding\, and some said they would like to join a bird walk every week. They also came to see how birding can become part of everyday life\, and how observing birds can help us connect more closely with our surroundings. It was a thoughtful and inspiring morning in the Doon foothills. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-kb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-19-at-10.37.15.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR