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:20260829T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T180000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260824T104957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T142129Z UID:16433-1788019200-1788026400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kelambakkam Backwaters \, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260821T101930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140727Z UID:16373-1788019200-1788026400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Kochi\, Ernakulam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260820T141143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T105513Z UID:16244-1787987700-1787994900@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Sunrise Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260820T142806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130845Z UID:16257-1787987400-1787994600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lonikand Reservoir\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 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 Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 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 Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260824T103530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140809Z UID:16426-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Botanical Garden \, Ooty\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260821T122239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140756Z UID:16388-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260821T093857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T140645Z UID:16358-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260821T092038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T133420Z UID:16352-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bordharan (Bor Dam)\, Wardha\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260821T084939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130905Z UID:16337-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirudavoor Lake\, near Mahabalipuram\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sirudavoor-lake-near-mahabalipuram-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20260829_075852-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260820T145230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T133454Z UID:16277-1787985000-1787992200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pallikarnai Marshland\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pallikarnai-marshland-chennai-tn-2-fa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-9.32.13-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T081500 DTSTAMP:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260820T133236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T103308Z UID:16220-1787984100-1787991300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ameenpur Lake\, Hyderabad\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ameenpur-lake-hyderabad-ak/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG-20260831-WA0012-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260825T061123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T101603Z UID:16496-1787983200-1787990400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Meghdutam Park Sector 50\, Noida\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-meghdutam-park-sector-50-noida-up/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG20260829073945-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053720 CREATED:20260821T090205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T133518Z UID:16345-1787983200-1787990400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chungam View Point\, Alleppey\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chungam-view-point-malappuram-kerala/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG-20260829-WA0006-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260820T144511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T133541Z UID:16272-1787983200-1787990400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pallom\, Kottayam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pallomkottayam-kerala-nm-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-11.06.12-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260820T143613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130821Z UID:16265-1787983200-1787990400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhuvneswari Devi Temple \, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhuvneswari-devi-temple-gurugram-delhi-ncr-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20260829_080705-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260820T142131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130940Z UID:16252-1787983200-1787990400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Smriti Van\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-smriti-van-jaipur-rajasthan-dv/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-29-at-11.04.05-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260829T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260820T131142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T105648Z UID:16216-1787983200-1787990400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mullur Lake (Sarjapur Road)\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mullur-lake-sarjapur-road-bangalore-karnataka-rr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_7004.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260826T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260826T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260917T124927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T082920Z UID:17956-1787724000-1787731200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Asita East DDA Park\, Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-asita-east-dda-park-delhi-aj/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-09-26-at-11.02.29.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260826T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260826T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260820T130615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T105704Z UID:16211-1787724000-1787731200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Nature Trail\, Chandigarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sukhna-lake-trail-chandigarh-gs/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IMG_20260826_080445-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T093000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260814T120252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T122823Z UID:15943-1787470200-1787477400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rancharda Lake\, Ahmedabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rancharda-lake-ahmedabad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-24-at-11.52.11-AM.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260819T084816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T104134Z UID:16206-1787468400-1787475600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra-2-mg/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-23-at-10.01.35-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260817T055802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T104955Z UID:16023-1787468400-1787475600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Koradi Lake\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-koradi-lake-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-23-at-5.28.44-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260817T054045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T115135Z UID:16017-1787468400-1787475600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Samvidhan Park\, University of Kota \, Kota\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-samvidhan-park-kota-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-23-at-10.51.55-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260814T142911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T115957Z UID:15958-1787468400-1787475600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidikhon Wildlife Sanctuary\, Narsinghgarh (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chidikhon-wildlife-sanctuary-narsinghgarh-mp-2-p/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-23-at-2.24.49-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260814T113443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T125725Z UID:15926-1787468400-1787475600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagla Block Trail\, SGNP\, Thane Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagla-block-trail-sgnp-thane-maharashtra-rjr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-23-at-11.23.08.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260817T045145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T114759Z UID:16012-1787466600-1787473800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nevta Dam\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nevta-dam-jaipur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/rain-quail.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260817T042734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T122035Z UID:15996-1787466600-1787473800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gularbhoj Dam\, Nainital\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gularbhoj-dam-nainital-uttarakhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IMG_0074-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260823T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T053721 CREATED:20260814T154709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T122521Z UID:15981-1787466600-1787473800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kumbh Nath Mahadev Mandir lake\, Damnagar\, GJ DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ponkunn Hills\, Kozhikode\, KL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kozhikode\n \n \n \n \n 13 September\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Muhammed Rafi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n Ponkunn Hills is a scenic hill landscape in the Kozhikode district of Kerala\, characterised by undulating terrain\, rocky slopes\, patches of grassland\, scrub and pockets of vegetation. The surrounding landscape is a mix of natural habitats and rural areas\, creating a varied environment that supports a range of birds and other wildlife. During the monsoon and post-monsoon periods\, the hills become particularly attractive\, with lush vegetation and seasonal changes adding to the landscape’s ecological character. \n \n \n \n The combination of elevated slopes\, open areas and patches of scrub makes Ponkunn Hills an interesting destination for birdwatching and nature exploration. The varied habitats provide opportunities to observe woodland birds\, insectivores\, raptors and species that favour open scrub and grassland. The hill landscape also acts as a green refuge amid the surrounding human-dominated areas\, contributing to local biodiversity. Early mornings are especially rewarding for birding\, when bird activity is highest and the hills offer a peaceful setting for observing species in their natural surroundings. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Muhammed RafiHe has been passionate about birding for over 8 years\, exploring diverse habitats and documenting his observations. Having recorded 412 bird species\, he actively contributes to citizen science and bird conservation while deepening his connection with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Ponkunn Hills \n \n \n \n The records from Ponkunnu Hill\, Kakkur\, show a diverse bird community associated with the hill’s forest patches\, rocky slopes\, scrub\, open areas and surrounding wet habitats. The site is particularly notable for its raptor and owl diversity\, with species such as Black Eagle\, Rufous-bellied Eagle\, Brown Boobook\, Brown Wood-Owl and Brown Fish-Owl recorded here. The hill also supports Malabar Barbet\, Malabar Whistling-Thrush\, Indian Cuckooshrike\, and Bay-backed Shrike\, reflecting the varied woodland and scrub habitats. Seasonal visitors and migrants add further interest\, including Common Rosefinch\, Ortolan Bunting\, Common Chiffchaff\, Eastern Orphean Warbler and Common Cuckoo. Wetland-associated species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Great Cormorant\, Black-headed Ibis and Great Egret are also recorded\, while swifts\, needletails and Dusky Crag-Martins make use of the open skies and rocky surroundings. Overall\, the records highlight Ponkunnu Hill as an important birding site in the Kozhikode landscape\, supporting an interesting mix of resident\, migratory\, woodland\, grassland and wetland birds. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Nightjar \n \n \n \n Common Rosefinch \n \n \n \n Malabar Barbet \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Common Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Great Cormorant \n \n \n \n Brown Wood-Owl \n \n \n \n Bay-backed Shrike \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Brown Fish-Owl \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckooshrike \n \n \n \n Tricolored Munia \n \n \n \n Common Chiffchaff \n \n \n \n Malabar Whistling-Thrush \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Dusky Crag-Martin \n \n \n \n White-browed Wagtail \n \n \n \n Indian Cuckoo \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Great Egret \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 Ponkunn Hills in Kozhikode hosted an inspiring bird walk on 13 September with 14 participants led by guide Muhammed Rafi. One of Kerala’s important birding hotspots\, known for attracting rare migratory as well as resident species\, the location lived up to its reputation with the group recording 41 species during the session. \n\nHighlights included the European Roller\, Blyth’s Swift\, Alpine Swift\, Booted Eagle\, and Grey-headed Bulbul\, giving the group a real taste of the site’s diversity. For more than half the participants\, this was their very first birding experience\, and the walk sparked genuine enthusiasm to continue exploring birds and nature. The morning left everyone looking forward to more regular walks at this \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kumbh-nath-damnagar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/WhatsApp-Image-2026-08-25-at-5.42.09-PM.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR