BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260719T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260719T081500 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260710T071723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T084145Z UID:14498-1784441700-1784448900@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hessarghata-lake-bangalore-karnataka-gr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/0d27408e-fa38-4284-85fb-2b95a555a51e.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260719T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260719T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260710T065352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T083909Z UID:14502-1784440800-1784448000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Tughlakabad Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-tughlakabad-biodiversity-park-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_20260719_072405032_HDR-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T183000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260713T080025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T084452Z UID:14542-1784392200-1784399400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vadavali\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vadavali-thane-maharashtra-sk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/20260718_175125-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260710T093002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T084937Z UID:14525-1784356200-1784363400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at JB Kaval Tree Park - Avalahalli State Forest\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jb-kaval-tree-park-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-18-at-10.34.33.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T122045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T085105Z UID:14452-1784356200-1784363400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Marasandra Kere\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-marasandra-kere-bangalore-karnataka-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Purple-Heron_imresizer.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T130721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T085306Z UID:14467-1784354400-1784361600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rachanamadu (Near Valley School)\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rachanamadu-near-valley-school-bangalore-rr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_6732.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T130125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T085629Z UID:14463-1784354400-1784361600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandrashekhar Smriti Van\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandrashekhar-smriti-van-delhi-ncr-ad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-18-at-09.54.19.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T054500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260718T074500 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260710T083610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T090226Z UID:14515-1784353500-1784360700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandu and Najafgarh Jheel\, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandu-and-najafgarh-jheel-gurugram-delhi-ncr-nkv/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-18-at-10.06.43.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T190000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T103030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T105948Z UID:14076-1783875600-1783882800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at DDA Water Body and Wood Land\, Dwarka Sub-city\, Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/dda-water-body-and-wood-land-dwarka-sub-city-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_1917-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T110225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T105906Z UID:14283-1783839600-1783846800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-kp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/20260712_092320-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T111509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T111500Z UID:14262-1783837800-1783845000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sal Forest Trail\, Dehradun DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sal-forest-trail-dehradun-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_20260712_080809220_HDR-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T111230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T113923Z UID:14239-1783837800-1783845000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at CG City Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-cg-city-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up-ab/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_20260712_073742215_HDR-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260715T120718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T121028Z UID:14680-1783836000-1783843200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hauz Khas Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hauz-khas-forest-new-delhi-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_20260712_075506796_HDR-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T110021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T115807Z UID:14268-1783836000-1783843200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sudhowala \, Dehradun DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sudhowala-dehradun/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG-20260712-WA0006.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T105828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T053315Z UID:14279-1783836000-1783843200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Smriti Van\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-smriti-van-jaipur-rajasthan-pm/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-12-at-13.21.57.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T054500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T074500 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T111417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T122016Z UID:14291-1783835100-1783842300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandu and Najafgarh Jheel\, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandu-and-najafgarh-jheel-wood-gurugram-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG-20260712-WA0031.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260712T073000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T110403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T053620Z UID:14235-1783834200-1783841400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhondsi Forest\, Gurugram\, Delhi NCR DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhondsi-forest-gurugram-ml/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-12-at-09.56.07-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T110319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T054347Z UID:14257-1783751400-1783758600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thakurtal\, Madan Mahal Hills\, Jabalpur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thakurtal-madan-mahal-hills-jabalpur-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG20260711070826-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T104050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T061829Z UID:14244-1783751400-1783758600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kannahalli Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kannahalli-lake-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-11-at-11.00.26.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T081500 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T113044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T065446Z UID:14251-1783750500-1783757700@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mullur lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mullur-lake-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_6418-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260711T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260709T093201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T105600Z UID:14230-1783749600-1783756800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-saul-kere-bengaluru-rr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_6704.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T103000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260707T102740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T111023Z UID:14314-1783240200-1783247400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PXL_20260705_040057300-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T213000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260707T102853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T111112Z UID:14315-1783236600-1783287000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-baruipur-marshes-west-bengal-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/activity.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T090000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220423 CREATED:20260707T102937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T111213Z UID:14316-1783234800-1783242000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/20260705_083622-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220424 CREATED:20260709T064548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T064826Z UID:14383-1783233000-1783240200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lulung\, Simlipal\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lulung-simlipal-odisha2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-04-at-2.45.12-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220424 CREATED:20260709T062602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T063710Z UID:14382-1783233000-1783240200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-10/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-05-at-09.40.32-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220424 CREATED:20260709T062115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T091729Z UID:14381-1783233000-1783240200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Dam & Lake (Village Side)\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-dam-lake-village-side-nagpur-maharashtra4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-05-at-10.15.56-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T083000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220424 CREATED:20260709T055246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T055637Z UID:14380-1783233000-1783240200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_7782-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220424 CREATED:20260709T082631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T093947Z UID:14432-1783231200-1783238400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shahbad Kuno River\, Sheopur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shahbad-kuno-river-sheopur-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/20260331_075507-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260705T080000 DTSTAMP:20261024T220424 CREATED:20260709T072523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T074533Z UID:14413-1783231200-1783238400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Song River (Haridwar Road)\, Dehradun DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, Gurugram \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gurugram\n \n \n \n \n 2 August\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Mansi Lodhi\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Located in Gurugram\, Haryana\, Sikandarpur Pahadi is a unique urban biodiversity hotspot where rocky Aravalli outcrops\, scrub forests\, grasslands\, seasonal wetlands\, and small waterbodies come together to create a rich natural landscape. Despite being surrounded by rapid urban development\, the area provides valuable habitat for a wide range of birds\, butterflies\, reptiles\, and small mammals. Native shrubs\, thorny scrub\, and scattered trees support a diverse ecosystem\, making Sikandarpur Pahadi one of the most accessible birding locations in the National Capital Region. \n \n \n \n The combination of dry scrub habitat and wetland patches makes Sikandarpur Pahadi rewarding throughout the year\, with resident birds joined by migratory visitors during the winter months. However\, increasing urbanisation\, habitat fragmentation\, invasive plant species\, littering\, and human disturbance continue to threaten this fragile ecosystem. Protecting and restoring the area’s natural habitats is essential for conserving its biodiversity and maintaining one of Gurugram’s most important green spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: MansiNature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks\, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces. \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 Sikandarpur Pahadi \n \n \n \n Sikandarpur Pahadi offers an exciting blend of wetland\, scrubland\, and woodland birds\, making it an excellent destination for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Wetland species such as Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Eurasian Moorhens\, Black-winged Stilts\, Green Sandpipers\, and Red-wattled Lapwings thrive around the seasonal waterbodies\, while the surrounding scrub supports Yellow-footed Green-Pigeons\, Rose-ringed Parakeets\, White-eared Bulbuls\, Ashy Prinias\, Oriental Magpie-Robins\, and Asian Green Bee-eaters. Raptors such as Black Kites patrol the skies\, and the area is also home to Spotted Owlets and large flocks of Rosy Starlings during migration. Together\, these species highlight the ecological importance of Sikandarpur Pahadi as a vital refuge for wildlife within the rapidly expanding urban landscape.\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Common Moorhen \n \n \n \n Green Sandpiper \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie-Robin \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rosy Starling \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n White-eared Bulbul \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Indian Robin \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 bird walk at Sikandarpur Pahadi\, a green forested patch tucked within Gurugram\, began on a cloudy morning that gradually gave way to sunshine. Of the nine participants who had signed up\, five were present on the day\, guided by Mansi Lodhi along trails lined with native trees on both sides and filled with birdsong from the surrounding bushes. The walk yielded 17 recorded species\, with the White-eared Bulbul\, Indian White-eye\, and White-throated Bulbul among the standout sightings.\nThe group also enjoyed Purple Sunbirds and a beautiful preening display by a Red-vented Bulbul\, while peafowls gliding overhead and displaying their long tails left everyone awestruck. Unusually\, the typically elusive Indian White-eye was spotted multiple times throughout the walk\, offering participants a rare\, extended view of the species. Beyond the birds themselves\, the biggest highlight for many participants was simply discovering that a place as mesmerizing as Sikandarpur Pahadi existed so close to their own homes\, turning the walk into both a birding outing and a small\, welcome local discovery for the whole group. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-song-river-dehradun/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PXL_20260705_040057300-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR