BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ataavi X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260906T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260906T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T135326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T072018Z UID:16707-1788674400-1788681600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \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-3-ab/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-06-at-11.59.13.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260906T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260906T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T134522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T080637Z UID:16703-1788674400-1788681600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sikandarpur-pahadi-gurugram-sk-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-06-at-09.09.44-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260906T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260906T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T125440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T115903Z UID:16690-1788674400-1788681600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vellayini-lake-kireedam-palam-trivandrum-kerala-ma/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_0881-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T100000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260828T042650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T115343Z UID:16748-1788595200-1788602400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rajarhat\, Kolkata\, West Bengal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rajarhat-kolkata-west-bengal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Group-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T093000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T112522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T104258Z UID:16659-1788593400-1788600600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Manori\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-manori-mumbai-maharashtra-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG-20260905-WA0121-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T110921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T104912Z UID:16654-1788591600-1788598800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Durga Tekdi\, PCMC\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \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-4-aa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_20260905_094749-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T081500 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T115505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T105334Z UID:16673-1788588900-1788596100@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kumizhi Lake\, Chennai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kumizhi-lake-and-forest-chennai-tamil-nadu-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/20260905_064119-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T124030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T105525Z UID:16683-1788588000-1788595200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kasavanahali Lake (Sarjapur Road)\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kasavanahali-lake-sarjapur-road-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_7022.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T114000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T110203Z UID:16667-1788588000-1788595200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hauz Khas Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hauz-khas-forest-new-delhi-4-ab/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image00002-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260905T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260827T105858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T103838Z UID:16650-1788588000-1788595200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhondsi Forest\, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhondsi-forest-gurugram-delhi-ncr-sk-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-08-at-4.05.55-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T183000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T064720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T100259Z UID:16298-1788107400-1788114600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kannankurichi Mookaneri Lake Salem \, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kannankurichi-mookaneri-lakesalem-tamil-nadu-ang/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-12.33.28-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T093000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T131846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T091617Z UID:16400-1788075000-1788082200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Tekdi\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatma-tekdi-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-22.15.08.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T093000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T070558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T095913Z UID:16311-1788075000-1788082200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Punit van\, Gandhinagar\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-punit-van-gandhinagar-gujarat-2-pp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-17.25.29.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T093000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T061951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T100452Z UID:16293-1788075000-1788082200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \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-yt/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260830-WA0027.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260820T145756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T101337Z UID:16282-1788073200-1788080400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhorvan-bhopal-mp-2-kc/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Pheasant-tailed-Jaca._imresizer-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T084500 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T140719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092617Z UID:16417-1788072300-1788079500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gunjur Palya Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gunjur-palya-lake-bengaluru-2-g/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-10.40.10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T084500 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T133500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092015Z UID:16410-1788072300-1788079500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-2-ss/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-07.17.40.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260824T114419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T093003Z UID:16462-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-mm/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-10.04.22.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T124450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092948Z UID:16394-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, Ooty\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-deer-park-ooty-tn-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Northern-Pintail.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T102117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T095412Z UID:16376-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Suchindram Theroor Birds Sanctuary\, Kanyakumari\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-suchindram-theroor-birds-sanctuary-kanyakumari-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Ataavi-Pic-5.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T100219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T091437Z UID:16368-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kondala Narasimha Swamy Devasthanam\, Kadiri\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kondala-narasimha-swamy-devasthanam-kadiri-andhra-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PXL_20260830_021404756-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T094447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T121843Z UID:16360-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at HMT Ranibagh\, Kathgodam\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hmt-ranibagh-kathgodam-uttarakhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_0752-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T081500 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260824T113322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092247Z UID:16456-1788070500-1788077700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maldevta-Shastradhara Link Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maldevta-shastradhara-dehradun-uttarakhand-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-10.05.34.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260824T120230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092837Z UID:16467-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nursery Trail - Kukrail Forest\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nursery-picnic-spot-trail-kukrail-forest-lucknow-up/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-10.32.52.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T083854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T091149Z UID:16334-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at E.F.I Bird Watching Point - Muttukadu Backwaters\, Chennai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-e-f-i-bird-watching-point-muttukadu-backwaters-chennai-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_6255-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T082737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T090857Z UID:16328-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Changaram Wetlands\, Alleppey\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-changaram-wetlands-alapuzha-kerala-ab/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-23.13.22.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T072724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T095302Z UID:16320-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sikandarpur-pahadi-gurugram-sk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-09.09.17.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T065918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T100037Z UID:16306-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thano Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thano-road-dehradun-uttarakhand-3-dr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-30-at-08.34.42.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260820T150311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T101051Z UID:16287-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangdi Reservoir\, Gondia\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangdi-reservoir-gondia-mh-ny/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_20260830_071814-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T073000 DTSTAMP:20261024T023046 CREATED:20260821T071656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T095721Z UID:16316-1788067800-1788075000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Logophilia Moon Canal\, Allahabad\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 20 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, is a 699-acre ecological restoration site situated on the northwestern edge of Vasant Vihar. Once heavily degraded by mining and dominated by the invasive Prosopis juliflora\, the park is now being transformed into a mosaic of native dry deciduous forest\, scrub\, and grassland ecosystems—aimed at reviving the near-extinct biodiversity of the Delhi Aravallis. \n \n \n \n This rewilded urban forest sustains over 205 bird species\, from prinias and paradise flycatchers to owls and raptors\, and also shelters jackals\, nilgai\, and reptiles. Functioning as a vital ecological buffer\, the park aids in groundwater recharge\, carbon capture\, and urban heat regulation. Recognized as India’s first OECM site\, Aravalli Biodiversity Park showcases the potential of urban restoration to create resilient green lungs in the heart of a rapidly expanding city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Aravalli Biodiversity Park \n \n \n \n Aravalli in New Delhi continues to be a thriving refuge for a remarkable diversity of birdlife. A total of 205 bird species have been recorded so far\, ranging from common residents like the Indian Peafowl\, Jungle Babbler\, and Red-vented Bulbul to more elusive visitors such as the Indian Paradise-Flycatcher\, Indian Scops-Owl\, and Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon. Raptors like the Shikra\, Black Kite\, and Oriental Honey-buzzard patrol the skies\, while grassland and scrub-loving species such as Baya Weavers\, Rufous Treepies\, and Small Minivets remain active in the lower canopy and thickets. Water-associated birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and White-breasted Waterhen have also been noted in the park’s seasonal wetlands. \n \n \n \n Migratory and wintering species such as the Green-winged Teal\, Taiga Flycatcher\, Siberian Stonechat\, and Bluethroat add seasonal richness to the park’s avifauna. The presence of woodland specialists like the Indian Grey Hornbill\, Spotted Owlet\, and Black-rumped Flameback\, alongside warblers and buntings like the Booted Warbler\, Lesser Whitethroat\, and White-capped Bunting\, indicates the variety of microhabitats now available. These observations reaffirm Aravalli Biodiversity Park’s success as a restored urban ecosystem\, offering vital habitat for both resident and migratory birds within the heart of the capital. \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Large-billed Crow \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Collared Dove \n \n \n \n Brown-headed Barbet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 Four participants joined guide Anjali Bhardwaj for a fun-filled walk through Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi\, with plenty of conversation along the way about forests\, wildlife and conservation efforts. The very first sighting of the morning was a female Indian Grey Hornbill\, which charmed the group with its long\, wagging tail as it perched nearby\, followed by Asian Green Bee-eaters chasing after an abundant swarm of dragonflies in flight. \n\nThe group also enjoyed several Indian Peafowls\, all males in the midst of molting\, along with the walk’s true highlights — a Greenish Warbler and a Grey-breasted Prinia. A tree stump riddled with holes sparked plenty of curiosity\, and Anjali explained how woodpeckers like the Black-rumped Flameback make use of such stumps once rotting wood attracts insects — a point neatly confirmed when the woodpecker itself called out in the distance\, recording 25 species for the morning overall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-logophilia-moon-canal-allahabad-uttar-pradesh-sg/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-31-at-16.54.12.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR