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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T124000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T110456Z
UID:11142-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Horhap Forest\, Mahilong \, Ranchi\, Jharkhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-horhap-forest-mahilong-ranchi-jharkhand/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T064150Z
UID:10990-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at CG City Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T084602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T055421Z
UID:10843-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hessarghata-lake-bangalore-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T061500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T081500
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T092052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T105739Z
UID:11117-1775974500-1775981700@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasota Dam View Point\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasota-dam-view-point-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260420T075339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T080515Z
UID:11767-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at KMS Farms for Dayananda Sagar Business Academy\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-dayananda-sagar-business-academy-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T101211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T151311Z
UID:11128-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Downstream of Gandhisagar Dam\, Mandsaur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gandhisagar-dam-mandsaur-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T080924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T104923Z
UID:11078-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Barwala Bird Sanctuary\, Panchkula\, Haryana
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-barwala-bs-panchkula-haryana/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T131011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T145912Z
UID:11050-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sarmoli Village\, Munsiyari\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sarmoli-village-munsiyari-uk/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T105459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T065514Z
UID:10982-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Jalashay\, Ramsar Site\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-jalashay-ramsar-site-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T100734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T063102Z
UID:10895-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantapura National Park\, Anantapura\, Andhra Pradesh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantapura-national-park-anantapura-andhra-pradesh2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T083531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T051833Z
UID:10837-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T081135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T102012Z
UID:10832-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Fishing Lake\, Asika\, Odisha
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-fishing-lake-asika-odisha-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T045318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T110155Z
UID:10807-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nevta Lake & Dam\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nevta-lake-jaipur-rajasthan-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260420T070336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T071028Z
UID:11728-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Multi-college Bird Walk with Cre'active' Trust
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/multi-college-bird-walk-creactive-trust/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T083438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T095852Z
UID:11087-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T044349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094628Z
UID:10802-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhopar Grasslands\, Thane\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhopar-grasslands-thane-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T042820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T150519Z
UID:10796-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-lake-goa-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T064500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T084500
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T082100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094003Z
UID:11082-1775889900-1775897100@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-5/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T090646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T101054Z
UID:11105-1775889000-1775896200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Japanese Garden\, Seminary Hills\, Nagpur
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-japanese-garden-seminary-hills-nagpur-mh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260403T052920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T095225Z
UID:10818-1775889000-1775896200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddanekundi-lake-bengaluru-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T054000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T075000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260406T085413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T100802Z
UID:11095-1775886000-1775893800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kipling Trek	Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kipling-trek-dehradun-uttarakhand-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T183000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260326T153635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T093658Z
UID:10634-1775406600-1775413800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-mumbai-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T093000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260327T062545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T132823Z
UID:10669-1775374200-1775381400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Kattery Park\, Conoor\, Tamil Nadu
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kattery-park-tamil-nadu/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260327T065041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T061335Z
UID:10684-1775372400-1775379600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at ARAI Hills\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-arai-hills-pune-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260326T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T060707Z
UID:10662-1775372400-1775379600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Halali Dam\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-halali-dam-bhopal-mp-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T090000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260326T154752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T131606Z
UID:10640-1775372400-1775379600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hutridurga Hill\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hutridurga-hill-bng-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T083000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260327T074434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T130228Z
UID:10710-1775370600-1775377800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewda-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-mh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234222
CREATED:20260327T092247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T061947Z
UID:10723-1775368800-1775376000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Harkot Forest\, Munsiyari\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-harkot-forest-munsiyari-uttarakhand/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T080000
DTSTAMP:20260825T234223
CREATED:20260327T071735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T134104Z
UID:10701-1775368800-1775376000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kahuapani forest\, Dongargarh\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										3 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake (IBA) began at 7:45 AM with 10 participants\, starting with introductions to the site and the birding session ahead. This Important Bird Area is a well-known wetland ecosystem\, attracting a wide variety of resident and migratory birds. Early into the walk\, participants were greeted by pairs of Pied Kingfishers hovering skillfully over the water and Oriental Darters drying their wings\, setting the tone for an engaging morning.								\n				\n				\n				\n									A total of 44 species were recorded\, with Red Spurfowl emerging as a major highlight\, along with Tawny-bellied Babblers and multiple sightings of kingfishers. The sight of an Indian Peafowl perched high on a rain tree added a unique moment to the walk. Alongside bird sightings\, discussions around nesting behaviour and everyday bird encounters encouraged participants to share their own observations\, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kahuapani-dongargarh-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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