BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261020T080701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T080752Z UID:20412-1792218600-1792225800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Near Rajghat Besant School\, Varanasi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-near-rajghat-besant-school-varanasi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-10.08.41.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T152049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T131750Z UID:19741-1792218600-1792225800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Adyar River Trail\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-adyar-river-trail-chennai-tn-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG_20261017_084314-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T151440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T080003Z UID:19738-1792218600-1792225800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Smriti Van\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-smriti-van-jaipur-rajasthan-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Screenshot-2026-10-20-at-1.27.44 PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T090523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T072524Z UID:19647-1792218600-1792225800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pearl Valley\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pearl-valley-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-22.13.30.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261008T101943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T072159Z UID:19588-1792218600-1792225800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lonikand Reservoir\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lonikand-reservoir-pune-maharashtra-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-11.46.25.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261008T092725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T071631Z UID:19577-1792218600-1792225800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Kaziranga National Park\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaziranga-national-park-assam-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-19-at-4.26.22-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T105200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T074722Z UID:19699-1792217700-1792224900@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Krishnampathy Lake\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-krishnampathy-lake-coimbatore-tamil-nadu-prj-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-16.41.43.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261008T101355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T072113Z UID:19583-1792217700-1792224900@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Surajpur Wetland and Natural forest 2\, Noida\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-surajpur-wetland-and-natural-forest-2-noida-up-pk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-19-at-07.13.21.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T133857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T075335Z UID:19715-1792216800-1792224000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Akkulam\, Thiruvananthapuram\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-akkulam-thiruvananthapuram-kerala-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-18.29.55.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T133010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T075205Z UID:19712-1792216800-1792224000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Perumbakkam/ Sholinganallur Marshland \, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-perumbakkam-sholinganallur-marshland-chennai-tn-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-10.18.12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T104740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T074522Z UID:19693-1792216800-1792224000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nalagandla Lake\, Hyderabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nalagandla-lake-hyderabad-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-17-at-08.44.14.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T041500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261017T061500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T142002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T083207Z UID:19723-1792210500-1792217700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ganga River below Phaphamau Bridge \, Allahabad\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ganga-river-below-phaphamau-bridge-allahabad-uttar-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Indian-Skimmer.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261015T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261015T084500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261009T113305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T071424Z UID:19703-1792046700-1792053900@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-15-at-10.40.53.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T093000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261005T043653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T131147Z UID:19218-1791703800-1791711000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Zilpi Waterfall & Degmah Forest\, near Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilpi-waterfall-degmah-forest-near-nagpur-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-11-at-8.10.26-PM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T091500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T094210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T102503Z UID:19012-1791702900-1791710100@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Manipur Lake\, Ahmedabad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-manipur-lake-ahmedabad-ppp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-11-at-15.22.56.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261005T044625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T102735Z UID:19234-1791702000-1791709200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Perur puttuvikki lake\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-perur-puttuvikki-lake-coimbatore-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG_20261011_094103-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261005T041219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T041304Z UID:19186-1791702000-1791709200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at BNHS Conservation Education Centre\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bnhs-conservation-education-centre-mumbai-maharashtra-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Lotens-Sunbird.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T120628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T132852Z UID:19057-1791702000-1791709200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-14/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-12-at-12.30.58-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T120413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T120457Z UID:19053-1791702000-1791709200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Qutub Minar Complex\, Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-qutub-minar-complex-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Spotted-Owlet-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T090945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T110918Z UID:18924-1791702000-1791709200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-hb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DSC_3266-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T090000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20260930T132057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T102319Z UID:18808-1791702000-1791709200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Punit van\, Gandhinagar\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-punit-van-gandhinagar-gujarat-mm/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-11-at-9.52.25-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T121231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T131905Z UID:19063-1791700200-1791707400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at ELCOT Lake (Perumbakkam)\, Chennai\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-elcot-lake-perumbakkam-chennai-tn/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20261011_084308-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T100632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T134456Z UID:19033-1791700200-1791707400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-aa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG-20261011-WA0003.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T095658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T133336Z UID:19028-1791700200-1791707400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Sunrise Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-sunrise-hill-pune-maharashtra-kb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-11-at-11.31.23-AM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T083000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T092623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T134356Z UID:18954-1791700200-1791707400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhondsi Forest\, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhondsi-forest-gurugram-delhi-ncr-gpf/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Indian-Peafowls-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261005T043054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T110114Z UID:19213-1791699300-1791706500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muhana grasslands and Nevta Dam\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muhana-grasslands-and-nevta-dam-jaipur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/WhatsApp-Image-2026-10-12-at-8.59.29-AM-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261005T042518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T134257Z UID:19193-1791699300-1791706500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandu wetlands\, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandu-wetlands-gurugram-delhi-ncr-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG20261011082427-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T081500 DTSTAMP:20261023T060906 CREATED:20261001T091424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T132348Z UID:18940-1791699300-1791706500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rachanamadu (Near Valley School)\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rachanamadu-near-valley-school-bangalore-rrg/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG_7227.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060907 CREATED:20261005T034841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T110558Z UID:19154-1791698400-1791705600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Siswan Forest\, Mohali DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-siswan-forest-mohali/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG_9821-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261011T080000 DTSTAMP:20261023T060907 CREATED:20261001T094454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T132100Z UID:19021-1791698400-1791705600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 300 per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Kritalee ChindarkarShe is the Founder of the Tarang Eco Tours where they organize nature trails and camps focused on sustainable tourism and to create environmental awareness among people. \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 Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/RftKjvLv6JAuMnYQ6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-saul-kere-bengaluru-mk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG-20261011-WA0012-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR