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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vadavali\, Thane\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vadavali-thane-mh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062006
CREATED:20260306T064626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T105934Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidikhon Wildlife Sanctuary\, Narsinghgarh (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chidikhon-wildlife-sanctuary-narsinghgarh-mp2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
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CREATED:20260306T062950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T105517Z
UID:9898-1773558000-1773565200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sondekoppa Lake\, Bangalore
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sondekoppa-lake-bangalore-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062006
CREATED:20260304T070806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103911Z
UID:9827-1773558000-1773565200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062006
CREATED:20260309T144914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103518Z
UID:10026-1773556200-1773563400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vaderahalli Lake\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vaderahalli-lake-bengaluru-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062006
CREATED:20260309T073831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103017Z
UID:9987-1773556200-1773563400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhilkheda Village Bhoj Wetland\, Ramser Site \, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhilheda-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062006
CREATED:20260309T072317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T102233Z
UID:9979-1773471600-1773522000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Love Kush Vatika\, Dholpur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-love-kush-vatika-dholpur-rajasthan-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260323T093120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T093417Z
UID:10504-1773471600-1773478800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology\, Bhopal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-maulana-azad-national-institute-of-technology/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mallathahalli Lake\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mallathahalli-lake-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260309T162856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T100658Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagalhat Nala\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagalhat-nala-dehradun/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260309T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260323T091057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T092050Z
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SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham\, Kollam\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-amrita-vishwa-vidyapeetham-kollam-kerala/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T100000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260225T085636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T132758Z
UID:9480-1772956800-1772964000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260302T071001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T095140Z
UID:9780-1772955000-1772962200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Ram - Mula Confluence and Devrai\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ram-mula-confluence-and-devrai-pune-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260227T110444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093748Z
UID:9684-1772955000-1772962200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Halali Dam\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-halali-dam-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260226T080256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093434Z
UID:9504-1772955000-1772962200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\,Belapur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-parkbelapur-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260302T064002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T060845Z
UID:9770-1772953200-1772960400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T064500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T084500
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260227T105346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T094254Z
UID:9679-1772952300-1772959500@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasota Dam View Point\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasota-dam-river-view-bhopal-mp3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T213000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260225T091118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T131241Z
UID:9485-1772911800-1772919000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260226T090635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T091629Z
UID:9526-1772868600-1772875800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mothi Desai Village Park\, Dombivali\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mothi-desai-village-dombivali-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260312T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260323T085038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T085452Z
UID:10473-1772866800-1773306000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Shyampur Siddheshwari Mahavidyalaya\, West Bengal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-shyampur-siddheshwari-mahavidyalaya-wb/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260225T101731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T092137Z
UID:9490-1772866800-1772874000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260227T171740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T092809Z
UID:9703-1772865000-1772872200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Kaziranga National Park\, Assam
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaziranga-national-park-assam/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260226T081437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T092451Z
UID:9511-1772865000-1772872200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Buddha Jayanti Park\, Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-buddha-jayanti-park-delhi/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T100000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260224T161838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T125345Z
UID:9449-1772352000-1772359200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dumna Nature Park\, Jabalpur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dumna-nature-park-jabalpur-mp-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260224T170948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T130034Z
UID:9471-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\,Belapur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-belapur-maharashtra-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260222T155217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T124013Z
UID:9364-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Suncity Saltpans\, Vasai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-suncity-saltpans-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260220T124039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T120327Z
UID:9324-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Sims Park\, Conoor\, Tamil Nadu
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sims-park-conoor-tamil-nadu/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260220T121204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T120817Z
UID:9317-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260224T163534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T125654Z
UID:9459-1772348400-1772355600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulum\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-thrissur-kerala-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T062007
CREATED:20260222T165112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T124353Z
UID:9393-1772348400-1772355600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bisankhedi\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Goa\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 April\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Joel Fernandes\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland in Goa’s Tiswadi Taluka is one of the most enchanting freshwater landscapes in the state\, covering roughly 85 hectares of shallow lake and marshy land just a short drive from Panaji. Originally created as a man-made reservoir to irrigate paddy fields\, its mosaic of open water\, floating vegetation and fringes of grass and greenery has long made it a magnet for birds and nature lovers. The habitat includes extensive aquatic plants like water lilies and hyacinths\, and surrounding moist soils that support tussocks of sedges and grasses — together providing food\, nesting and shelter for a rich array of life. Its rich birdlife\, both resident and migratory\, has earned it recognition as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA)\, with surveys recording hundreds of species\, including waterfowl\, waders\, herons\, ibises and colorful passerines that enliven the wetland through the cooler months.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Today Carambolim continues to be one of Goa’s prime birding destinations\, where flocks of pintails\, jacanas\, egrets and even shorebirds once gathered in astounding numbers during winter migrations. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks\, boardwalk views and photography among the reeds and reflective waters\, especially from November to March when migratory visitors peak. Yet the wetland faces mounting threats: changes in water management\, invasive weeds\, encroaching development\, pollution and altered land use have all contributed to fluctuating bird numbers and ecological balance. Conservation efforts by local groups and government agencies focus on habitat management\, weed control and community engagement to safeguard this jewel of Goa’s wetlands for future generations of wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts alike. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Joel FernandesBirder with over a year of experience\, having recorded around 270 species\, including 258 on eBird (Goa)\, reflecting a growing passion for observing and documenting birds.\n 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Carambolim Lake				\n				\n				\n				\n									Carambolim Wetland is a paradise for birdwatchers\, where a single visit can reveal an astonishing variety of wetland and woodland birds against a backdrop of reeds and open water. Iconic waterbirds such as Ruddy Shelduck\, Gray-headed Swamphen\, White-breasted Waterhen\, and elegant waders like Black-winged Stilt and Pied Avocet share the marsh with an impressive diversity of migratory shorebirds. The mudflats and shallow waters host plovers\, lapwings and jacanas\, alongside long-distance migrants such as Black-tailed Godwit\, Pacific Golden-Plover\, snipes\, sandpipers\, redshanks\, greenshanks and delicate stints. Overhead\, Asian Palm Swifts sweep low while calls of Asian Koel and the skulking Greater Coucal echo from surrounding vegetation\, and even urban-adapted birds like Rock Pigeon and Spotted Dove add to the mix. With a remarkable 293 bird species recorded to date\, Carambolim stands out as one of Goa’s richest birding hotspots\, offering constantly changing spectacles through the seasons and rewarding both casual visitors and serious bird enthusiasts alike.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Lesser Whistling Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruddy Shelduck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Grey-headed Swamphen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pacific Golden Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Ringed Plover				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bronze - winged Jacana				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-tailed Godwit				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Redshank				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Stint				\n				\n				\n				\n					Painted Stork				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Carambolim Lake\, an Important Bird Area\, attracted a diverse group of participants\, including some who had travelled significant distances. Beginning with introductions\, the session quickly evolved into an interactive learning experience\, with participants actively discussing bird calls\, behaviour\, and identification. A total of 47 species were recorded\, including Grey-bellied Cuckoo\, Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Western Marsh Harrier\, and White-bellied Sea Eagle\, reflecting the richness of the wetland ecosystem.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The defining moment of the walk was the successful sighting of the Indian Pitta\, which required a change in route and added an element of excitement and anticipation. Additionally\, the sighting of three Indian Yellow Tits foraging together delighted participants. The walk stood out for its enthusiastic group dynamic and the strong sense of community among birders\, making it both educational and memorable.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bisankhedi-bhopal-mp-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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