BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260830T183000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T131846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T091617Z UID:16400-1788075000-1788082200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Tekdi\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T070558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T095913Z UID:16311-1788075000-1788082200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Punit van\, Gandhinagar\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T061951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T100452Z UID:16293-1788075000-1788082200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260820T145756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T101337Z UID:16282-1788073200-1788080400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T140719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092617Z UID:16417-1788072300-1788079500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gunjur Palya Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T133500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092015Z UID:16410-1788072300-1788079500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260824T114419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T093003Z UID:16462-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T124450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T092948Z UID:16394-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, Ooty\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T094447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T121843Z UID:16360-1788071400-1788078600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at HMT Ranibagh\, Kathgodam\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T082737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T090857Z UID:16328-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Changaram Wetlands\, Alleppey\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T072724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T095302Z UID:16320-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T065918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T100037Z UID:16306-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thano Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260820T150311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T101051Z UID:16287-1788069600-1788076800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangdi Reservoir\, Gondia\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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:20261024T033056 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 Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T180000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260824T104957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T142129Z UID:16433-1788019200-1788026400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kelambakkam Backwaters \, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kelambakkam-backwaters-chennai-tn-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-6.20.46-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T180000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260821T101930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140727Z UID:16373-1788019200-1788026400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Kochi\, Ernakulam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-kochi-ernakulam-kerala-ss/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-8.49.00-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T091500 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260820T141143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T105513Z UID:16244-1787987700-1787994900@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Sunrise Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-sunrise-hill-pune-maharashtra-2-kb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_20260829_093228262_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T071000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T091000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260820T142806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130845Z UID:16257-1787987400-1787994600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lonikand Reservoir\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lonikand-reservoir-pune-maharashtra-an/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-9.09.37-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260824T111248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T142247Z UID:16449-1787986800-1787994000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Perur Puttuvikki Lake\, Sundakamuthur\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-perur-puttuvikki-lake-sundakamuthur-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PXL_20260829_034906925.MP_-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260824T105959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T142208Z UID:16439-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Hanuman Temple\, Veerakanellore\, Chittoor\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hanuman-temple-veerakanellore-chittoor-andhra-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/70A9038-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033056 CREATED:20260824T103530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140809Z UID:16426-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Botanical Garden \, Ooty\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-botanical-garden-ooty-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Indian_grey_hornbill-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033057 CREATED:20260821T122239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140756Z UID:16388-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-deer-park-new-delhi-3-ml/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PXL_20260829_024909196-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033057 CREATED:20260821T093857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140645Z UID:16358-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-saul-kere-bengaluru-2-m/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260829-WA0005.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T033057 CREATED:20260821T092038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T133420Z UID:16352-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bordharan (Bor Dam)\, Wardha\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Kukkarahalli Lake\, Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mysuru \n \n \n \n \n 12 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Kavya M\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is a historic urban wetland located in the heart of Mysuru\, Karnataka\, surrounded by the University of Mysore campus and a well-established belt of trees and vegetation. The lake covers a substantial area and features open water\, marshy edges\, mudflats\, and tree-lined banks\, creating a variety of habitats for birds and other wildlife. Its location within the city makes it an important green refuge amid urban development and provides valuable ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge\, temperature regulation\, and support for urban biodiversity. \n \n \n \n Kukkarahalli Lake is one of Mysuru’s well-known birding destinations and supports a diverse community of resident and migratory birds. The combination of open water and surrounding woodland allows birdwatchers to observe waterbirds as well as species associated with trees\, shrubs\, and grassland. Early mornings are particularly rewarding for birdwatching\, while the winter season can bring additional migratory ducks\, waders\, and other visitors. The lake also serves as an important recreational and educational space\, offering opportunities for nature walks\, birdwatching\, photography\, and environmental awareness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Kavya MShe is a passionate birder from Mysuru\, has been exploring the city’s rich avian life for many years. Love watching birds and helping others notice the small wonders around them \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 Common birds of Kukkarahalli Lake \n \n \n \n Common birds observed around Kukkarahalli Lake include Spot-billed Pelican\, Painted Stork\, Asian Openbill\, Black-headed Ibis\, Oriental Darter\, Little Cormorant\, Indian Cormorant\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Great Egret\, Cattle Egret\, Little Grebe\, Purple Swamphen\, Common Moorhen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, Bronze-winged Jacana\, Black-winged Stilt\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Pied Kingfisher\, Black Drongo\, Indian Roller\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-cheeked Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, Purple Sunbird\, Ashy Prinia\, Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Indian Robin\, Common Myna\, Jungle Myna\, House Sparrow\, Spotted Dove\, and Black Kite. During winter\, the lake may also attract migratory ducks\, waders\, wagtails\, and other seasonal waterbirds\, making it a particularly rewarding site for birdwatching. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Gray-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Indian Grey Hornbill \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \n \n \n \n Red-whiskered Bulbul \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Little Swift \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \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 Kukkarahalli Lake in Mysuru hosted a sharp-eyed bird walk on 12 September with 8 participants led by guide Kavya M. The session began with the group spotting two types of cormorants side by side — the larger Great Cormorant and the smaller Little Cormorant — a perfect opportunity to learn how size\, bill shape\, and posture aid identification.\nThe Oriental Darter also featured among the highlights\, and participants were especially curious about raptors\, spending time observing flight patterns\, tail shapes\, and soaring styles to tell a kite from an eagle. The unexpected stars of the walk\, though\, were not birds at all — two turtles basking calmly on a log and a striking snake sighting stole plenty of attention\, proving once again that Kukkarahalli’s wetland always has a few surprises in store beyond its birdlife. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bordharan-wardha-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-2.32.55-PM.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR