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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay (Sarovar Udyan)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-sarovar-udyan-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260620T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jahanpanah City Forest\, Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jahanpanah-city-forest-delhi-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260605T070341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093437Z
UID:13506-1781418600-1781469000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260609T060222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T060700Z
UID:13568-1781418600-1781425800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Dam & Lake (Village Side)\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-dam-lake-village-side-nagpur-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260605T054801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093751Z
UID:13491-1781416800-1781424000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-7/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T073000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260605T052234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T101311Z
UID:13480-1781415000-1781422200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Macpherson Lake\, Prayagraj\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-macpherson-lake-prayagraj-up/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T051500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260614T071500
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260605T060707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T095948Z
UID:13498-1781414100-1781421300@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kukrail Picnic Spot Phase 1	Lucknow\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kukrail-spot-phase-1-lucknow/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260609T055209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T100712Z
UID:11409-1781332200-1781339400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ambazari Biodiversity Park\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ambazari-biodiversity-park-nagpur-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260608T104414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T095638Z
UID:13555-1781332200-1781339400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-jn/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260608T102337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093331Z
UID:13550-1781332200-1781339400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mothi Desai Village Park\, Dombivali\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mothi-desai-village-park-dombivali-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260608T101714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T093918Z
UID:13545-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Viva Wetlands\, Virar\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-viva-wetlands-virar-maharashtra-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260608T095137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T112024Z
UID:13532-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sal Patch\, Chandrabani\, Dehradun
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sal-patch-chandrabani-dehradun/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260608T092556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T100239Z
UID:13524-1781330400-1781337600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pipal Wala Har (Local area of ​​Kuno National Park)\, Sheopur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pipal-wala-har-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mullur lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mullur-lake-bangalore-karnataka2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260605T050954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T092840Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\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-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260613T073000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandrashekhar Smriti Van\, Delhi NCR
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandrashekhar-smriti-van-delhi-ncr/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260601T100706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T101941Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hadosiddapura Lake\, Chikkakannalli\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hadosiddapura-lake-chikkakannali-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260601T095752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T091548Z
UID:13263-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at BNHS Conservation Education Centre\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bnhs-conservation-education-centre-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092154
CREATED:20260601T094927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T110045Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Dam & Lake (Village Side)\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260529T062332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T110350Z
UID:13220-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hessarghata-lake-bangalore-karnataka2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260529T055508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T090546Z
UID:13208-1780813800-1780821000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Durga Tekdi\, PCMC\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-durga-tekdi-pcmc-pune/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T101307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T090904Z
UID:13290-1780812000-1780819200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddakallasandra Lake(Kanakapura Road)\, Bengaluru\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddakallasandra-lake-bengaluru-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T095736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T105636Z
UID:13261-1780812000-1780819200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangadi Biodiversity Park\, Gondia\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangadi-biodiversity-park-gondia-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260607T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260529T061753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T101158Z
UID:13216-1780812000-1780819200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-deer-park-new-delhi-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T082153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T101551Z
UID:13225-1780729200-1780779600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at NRI Pond\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nri-pond-navi-mumbai-maharashtra-y/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T093354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T102443Z
UID:13244-1780729200-1780736400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Soccoro Plateau\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-succoro-plateau-goa-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T092138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T110421Z
UID:13241-1780729200-1780736400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Sunrise Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-sunrise-hill-pune-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T084257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T092644Z
UID:13235-1780729200-1780736400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Safari Park\, Kolkata\, West Bengal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarobar-safari-park-kolkata-west-bengal4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260603T082103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T102936Z
UID:13423-1780727400-1780734600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ramadevara Betta Sanctuary\, Voderahalli\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ramadevara-betta-sanctuary-voderahalli/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260606T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T092155
CREATED:20260601T101354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T093749Z
UID:13291-1780727400-1780734600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Baruipur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										5 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Sounak Dutta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Sounak DuttaSounak is an academician teaching Chemistry in a college based in Kolkata. As a passion\, he does Birding and Nature Photography. From the last year\, he has been doing Nature walks with kids and elders. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Baruipur Marshes				\n				\n				\n				\n									Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser-whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze-winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-Eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Paddyfield Pipit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Siberian Stonechat				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Cotton Pygmy Goose				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Stork-billed Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Honey Buzzard				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Kite				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									Eighteen participants joined the Ataavi bird walk at Baruipur Wetlands under the guidance of Sounak Dutta for a memorable morning that blended excellent birding with classic monsoon weather. Birders from diverse professions and age groups\, including a school student accompanied by their mother and a noted film director\, gathered early before beginning introductions and learning about Ataavi’s conservation initiatives. The group then explored the reed-lined wetland trails\, where munias\, prinias\, and Long-tailed Shrikes welcomed them. Although the weather soon turned from light drizzle to heavy rain\, participants embraced the experience\, continuing to bird through the showers while enjoying the unique atmosphere that monsoon wetlands provide.								\n				\n				\n				\n									As the rain eased\, bird activity increased dramatically\, rewarding the group with a checklist of 44 species. Yellow Bittern and Cinnamon Bittern emerged from the reeds\, while Pheasant-tailed Jacanas and Bronze-winged Jacanas were seen moving gracefully across wetland vegetation. One of the most dramatic moments came when participants spotted a Shikra carrying a bird chick in its talons during light rain\, offering a rare glimpse into predator-prey interactions. Later\, improved weather revealed excellent activity among Tricoloured Munias before the walk concluded over tea and snacks\, where participants shared their observations and expressed appreciation for both the bird guide and Ataavi’s efforts in promoting bird conservation.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
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