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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Suvarnamukhi Dam Reservoir \, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-suvarnamukhi-dam-reservoir-bangalore-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kootagal betta Ramanagara\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kootagal-betta-ramanagara-bangalore-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260628T060000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ambazari Biodiversity Park\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ambazari-biodiversity-park-nagpur-maharashtra-oj/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kannankurichi Mookaneri Lake	Salem \, Tamil Nadu
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kannankurichi-mookaneri-lake-salem-tn/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T093000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T141447Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nanda Lake\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nanda-lake-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T093000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T131719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T135950Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Dhakuria Lake (Birdwalk and Heronry watch)\, Kolkata\, WB
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dhakuria-lake-kolkata-wb/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T071500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T091500
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T122102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T122211Z
UID:14149-1782544500-1782551700@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at BNHS Conservation Education Centre\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bnhs-conservation-education-centre-mumbai-maharashtra-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T120928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T121049Z
UID:14132-1782541800-1782549000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-9/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T121403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T121553Z
UID:14142-1782540000-1782547200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Virar Dam Trek\, Virar\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-virar-dam-trek-virar-maharashtra-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260627T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T112546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T115909Z
UID:14108-1782540000-1782547200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gunjur Palya Lake\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gunjur-palya-lake-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260626T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260626T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260703T122552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T122933Z
UID:13921-1782453600-1782460800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\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-7/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T071500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T091500
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T093058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T082616Z
UID:13715-1782026100-1782033300@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-navi-mumbai-maharashtra-r/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T080415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T082526Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lakaki Lake\, Pune (Kids Special 7-13 years old)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lakaki-lake-pune-for-kids-7-13-years-old/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T114104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T082229Z
UID:13741-1782025200-1782032400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at ARAI Hills\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-arai-hills-pune-maharashtra-kp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260616T063952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T082003Z
UID:13829-1782023400-1782030600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidikhon Wildlife Sanctuary\, Narsinghgarh (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chidikhon-wildlife-sanctuary-narsinghgarh-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T082532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T081448Z
UID:13811-1782023400-1782030600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aamrai Forest\, Sonegaon\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aamrai-forest-nagpur-maharashtra-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T070256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T080926Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay (Jalvihar Guesthouse Ramp)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-jalvihar-guesthouse-ramp-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T100759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T080755Z
UID:13720-1782023400-1782030600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saul Kere\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-saul-kere-bengaluru_mk/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T091455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T080606Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\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-nv/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260608T105035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T080432Z
UID:13559-1782023400-1782030600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Durga Tekdi\, PCMC\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-durga-tekdi-pcmc-pune-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T061500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T074555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T080226Z
UID:13784-1782022500-1782030600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Japanese Garden\, Seminary Hills\, Nagpur
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-japanese-garden-seminary-hills-nagpur/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T081843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T070717Z
UID:13807-1782021600-1782028800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T075829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T070326Z
UID:13794-1782021600-1782028800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sal Patch\, Chandrabani\, Dehradun
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sal-patch-chandrabani-dehradun-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Byatrayana Doddi Kere (Bannerghatta road)\, Bengaluru\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-byatrayana-doddi-kere-bannerghatta-road-bengaluru-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T073839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T072536Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoga Kaboru Gaon\, Golaghat\, Assam
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-bhoga-kaboru-gaon-assam/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T072846Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muhana grasslands\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muhana-grasslands-jaipur-rajasthan-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T115312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T072120Z
UID:13746-1782021600-1782028800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thano Road\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thano-road-dehradun-uttarakhand/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T101904Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khalanga Reserve Forest\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khalanga-reserve-forest-dehradun-uttarakhand3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260611T085908Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T054500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260621T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T013849
CREATED:20260615T082157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T071117Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Raitha Gomti Riverbank\, Lucknow\, UP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Savanadurga State Forest \, Bangalore\, Karnataka				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bangalore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										19 July\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Guru Prasad\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest\, located about 50 km west of Bengaluru\, surrounds the iconic Savanadurga Hill—one of Asia’s largest monolithic granite formations. The landscape is a striking blend of dry deciduous forests\, thorn scrub\, rocky cliffs\, grasslands\, seasonal streams\, and small wetlands\, creating a diverse range of habitats for wildlife. Home to native trees\, medicinal plants\, butterflies\, reptiles\, mammals\, and a rich diversity of birds\, the forest is one of southern Karnataka’s most significant natural landscapes and a favourite destination for birdwatchers\, trekkers\, and nature enthusiasts.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The combination of forested hills\, open scrub\, and freshwater habitats supports an impressive variety of resident birds throughout the year\, while seasonal visitors further enrich its biodiversity. Despite its ecological importance\, Savanadurga faces pressures from increasing tourism\, habitat disturbance\, invasive plant species\, forest fires\, and human encroachment. Conserving its forests and wetlands through responsible ecotourism and habitat management is essential to safeguarding this unique ecosystem and its remarkable wildlife.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Gurprasad K RHe is a passionate nature lover\, birding photographer\, and conservation advocate\, with over a decade of experience observing and documenting birds. Deeply connected to nature and community\, he finds joy and inspiration in birds\, insects\, and butterflies\, and is driven to share this wonder to inspire others to connect with the natural world. 				\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Savanadurga State Forest 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Savanadurga State Forest offers exceptional birdwatching opportunities across its forests\, rocky slopes\, and wetlands. The woodland supports elusive species such as Jerdon’s Nightjar\, Indian Scops-Owl\, Red Spurfowl\, Grey Junglefowl\, Jerdon’s Leafbird\, and Common Hawk-Cuckoo\, while open scrub is home to Grey Francolins\, Greater Coucals\, Laughing Doves\, and Asian Koels. Wetland habitats attract Eurasian Coots\, Little Grebes\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Little Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Little Egrets\, Eastern Cattle-Egrets\, and Indian Pond-Herons. Colourful species including White-cheeked Barbets\, Red-whiskered Bulbuls\, Jungle Mynas\, and swifts add life to the forest canopy and open skies\, making Savanadurga one of the finest birding destinations near Bengaluru.\n								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eastern Cattle-Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Coot				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Francolin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Gray Junglefowl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond-Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Scops-Owl				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Leafbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jerdon's Nightjar				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jungle Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Grebe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Little Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-whiskered Bulbul				\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									A total of 21 participants joined the guided bird walk through the beautiful Savandurga State Forest\, where pleasant weather and dense woodland created ideal conditions for exploring one of Karnataka’s richest forest bird habitats. The trail echoed with bird calls from every direction as participants walked beneath the forest canopy\, learning about woodland ecology\, bird identification\, and the importance of conserving native forests. The relaxed pace of the walk allowed everyone to enjoy prolonged observations while discussing the unique adaptations of forest birds. The high level of bird activity throughout the morning ensured that both beginners and experienced birdwatchers left with memorable sightings and a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Savandurga.\nThe highlights of the walk included sightings of the Common Woodshrike\, Ashy Woodswallow\, Black-headed Cuckooshrike\, and Cinereous Tit (Asian Tit)\, all characteristic species of healthy woodland ecosystems. Participants enjoyed observing these birds as they foraged among the trees\, offering valuable insights into their feeding habits and behaviour. Savandurga State Forest is renowned for its rocky hills\, dry deciduous forests\, and rich birdlife\, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts throughout the year. The walk reinforced the ecological significance of preserving native forests\, where even a short morning trail can reveal an incredible diversity of birds and countless opportunities to connect with nature.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-raitha-gomthi-lucknow-up/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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