BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251231T142216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130809Z UID:7784-1768028400-1768035600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Opa\, Khandepar\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-opa-khandepar-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-15-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T093000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251226T072724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T115241Z UID:7688-1767511800-1767519000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aviary Bird Sanctuary\, Van Vihar National Park and Zoo\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aviary-bird-sanctuary-van-vihar-national-park-and-zoo-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-17-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T093000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T123202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T112608Z UID:7656-1767511800-1767519000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya Birding Area\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-t-s-chanakya-birding-area-navi-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-16-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T133825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T105015Z UID:7676-1767510000-1767560400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dhaulpur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dhaulpur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-14-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T105954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T103003Z UID:7640-1767510000-1767560400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hingonia Catchment Area\, Mehlan Bagry\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hingonia-catchment-area-jaipur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T103738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T103500Z UID:7635-1767510000-1767560400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Badhani Dam Adsena\, Raipur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-badhani-dam-adsena-raipur-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-11.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T101143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T104530Z UID:7629-1767510000-1767517200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-13-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T203000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T131259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T120358Z UID:7667-1767508200-1767558600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thol Bird Sanctuary\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thol-bird-sanctuary-ahmedabad-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-04-at-12.13.21.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T083000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T124648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T110204Z UID:7663-1767508200-1767515400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gidhwa Parsada\, Naghda\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gidhwa-parsada-naghda-chhattisgarh-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-15-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T130000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251229T055621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T104004Z UID:7698-1767438000-1767445200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T220000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T114859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T104829Z UID:7647-1767427200-1767477600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhatangpadar\, Bhawanipatna\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhatangpadar-bhawanipatna-odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_20260106_134735.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T093000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251224T085036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T111722Z UID:7623-1767425400-1767432600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG20260103090903-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251229T153000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251229T173000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T092234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T102515Z UID:7444-1767022200-1767029400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kanha National Park\, Ghanghar river trails\, Mandla (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kanha-np-ghanghar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG-20251229-WA0000.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T220000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T064601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101925Z UID:7393-1766908800-1766959200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saral Beach (Alibaug - Revas Road)\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-saral-beach-alibaug/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG20251228093222-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T213000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251212T105248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T101418Z UID:7317-1766907000-1766957400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nandanvan Jungle Safari\, Nava Raipur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nandanva-jungle-safari-nava-raipur-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG-20251229-WA0013-Jageshwar-Verma.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T213000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251212T092411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T100409Z UID:7312-1766907000-1766957400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetland - Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karave-wetland-navi-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG-20251229-WA0031-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T091500 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T090544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T095734Z UID:7439-1766906100-1766913300@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandlai Lake\, Jaipur\, RJ DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandlai-lake-jaipur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG-20251228-WA0060-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T110019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T095119Z UID:7515-1766905200-1766912400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shree Siddhanath Temple\, Borim\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shree-siddhanath-temple-borim/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhatsApp-Image-2025-12-28-at-7.03.43-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251212T073531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T082338Z UID:7300-1766905200-1766912400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhilkheda Village\, Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhilkheda-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG-20251228-WA0064-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T083000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T084027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094544Z UID:7429-1766903400-1766910600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG20251228080742-sujeeth-anne-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T083000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251212T081339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T093128Z UID:7306-1766903400-1766910600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gangampalli Forest\, Sathya Sai\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gangampalli-forest-sathya-sai-andhra-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG-20251228-WA0045-Kayala-Ashok-Kumar.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T061000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T083000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T095113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T091544Z UID:7464-1766902200-1766910600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmili-lake-gondia-mh2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhatsApp-Image-2025-12-28-at-8.50.30-PM-Nitesh-Yadav.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T080000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T072548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T085710Z UID:7415-1766901600-1766908800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Wadhvana Wetland\, Dabhoi\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-wadhvana-wetland-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Media-3-2-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251227T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251227T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251217T104553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T084802Z UID:7508-1766818800-1766826000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Santa Cruz Wetland\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-santa-cruz-wetland-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhatsApp-Image-2025-12-27-at-9.58.15-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T103000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251211T101625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073601Z UID:7262-1766305800-1766313000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shail-parn-udyan-jabalpur-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T100000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251211T101750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073841Z UID:7352-1766302200-1766311200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hardi Dam Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hardi-dam-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-6-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T093000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251211T101805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073716Z UID:6292-1766302200-1766309400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-saul-kere-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T093000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251211T101738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073904Z UID:7340-1766302200-1766309400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake (BRC Side)\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarovar-lake-brc-side-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-2-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251211T101659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073733Z UID:7271-1766300400-1766307600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sultanpur National Park\, Gurugram (Delhi NCR) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sultanpur-np-gurugram/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T090000 DTSTAMP:20260826T174728 CREATED:20251211T101653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073637Z UID:7285-1766300400-1766307600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maina-Raia Wetland\, Quepem\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \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 Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \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 Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maina-raia-wetland-quepem-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-4.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR