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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chota Mahadev\, Chhindwara (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chota-mahadev-chhindwara-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at East Kolkata Wetlands\, Nalban Bheri
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-eastkolkata-wetlands/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nanoda\, Sattari\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nanoda-sattari-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-deer-park-new-delhi-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251214T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251214T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251208T112628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T133842Z
UID:7136-1765693800-1765701000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kanakagiri hills from Chandrugunda side\, Telangana
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kanakagiri-hills-chandrugunda-telangana/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251213T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251213T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251204T102955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T100111Z
UID:7077-1765609200-1765616400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Diwar Island\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-diwar-island-goa-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T094330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T031727Z
UID:6949-1765123200-1765130400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karawe Wetland\, TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karawe-wetland-navi-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T100000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T090019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T030927Z
UID:6943-1765094400-1765101600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Daulat Baroda Lake\, Indore (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-daulat-baroda-lake-indore-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T073703Z
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UID:6929-1765092600-1765099800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chhidari-dam-khairagarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251201T132935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T110612Z
UID:6988-1765090800-1765098000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake (BRC Side)\, Kolkata
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\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-kolkata-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T110254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T105027Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Okhla Bird Sanctuary\, Noida (Delhi NCR)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-okhla-bs-delhincr/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T103448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T104348Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kerwa Dam\, Bhopal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kerwa-dam-bhopal/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T095422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T102620Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Van Vihar National Park\, Bhopal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-van-vihar-national-park-bhopal2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T083000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251201T133705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T101900Z
UID:6993-1765089000-1765096200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Leisure Park\, Chandigarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandigarh-botanical-garden/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T061500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212307
CREATED:20251126T082209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T100613Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Moti-Dau Village\, Mehsana\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-moti-dau-mehsana/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T080000
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CREATED:20251126T102023Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T073000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251201T132246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T084051Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muga Sumoni Gaon\, Golaghat\, Assam
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muga-sumoni-gaon-assam/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251206T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251206T083000
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CREATED:20251126T070324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T082801Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Munekolala Lake\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-munekolala-lake-blr/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251118T093044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T072237Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya\, Seawood\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-school-navimumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T093000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251118T081928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T070333Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasot Dam\, Bhopal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasot-dam-bhopal/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251118T095318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T065428Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bilaspur-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T090000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251118T085319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T064916Z
UID:6254-1764486000-1764493200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Motemajra Wetland\, SAS Nagar Mohali
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-motemajra-wetland-sasnagar-mohali/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Wadhvana Bird Sanctuary\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-wadhvana-bs-gujarat/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T080000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251118T064918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T055639Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia (MH)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmililake-gondia-mh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251129T173000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251119T095820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T062134Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karapur\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karapur-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T111810Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Chintaamani Kar Bird Sanctuary\, Kolkata
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chintaamani-kar-bs-kolkata/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251117T073348Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirpur lake Ramsar Site\, Indore (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sirpur-lake-indore/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260826T212308
CREATED:20251117T065935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T105754Z
UID:6393-1763884800-1763892000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Menar Lake\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-menarlake-rajasthan/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T093000
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CREATED:20251117T070650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T105238Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lakaki Lake\, Pune (For kids 8-14 years old)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lakaki-lake-pune-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Lal Bagh\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Pumping Station – Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Indore\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										11 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					About Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station at Yashwant Sagar near Indore is nestled along the shores of one of central India’s most cherished wetlands — a sprawling freshwater reservoir built on the Gambhir River in the 1930s that now covers over 800 ha and serves as a lifeline for water supply\, irrigation and fishing in the region. Designated a Ramsar site and Important Bird Area (IBA)\, Yashwant Sagar’s mosaic of open water\, shallow backwaters and reed-lined edges creates a rich habitat for aquatic plants\, lotus beds and emergent vegetation that support an astonishing array of wildlife. Visitors to the pumping station area often find themselves surrounded by the rhythmic calls of waterbirds and raptors\, with the shimmering reservoir waters reflecting waders\, herons\, egrets and the elegant silhouettes of Sarus Cranes — central India’s iconic and vulnerable crane species. During winter and migration seasons\, this habitat becomes even more vibrant as waterfowl and migratory shorebirds find refuge in its shallow pools and islands created by receding water.								\n				\n				\n				\n									The birdlife spectacle here draws local birders and nature lovers\, yet Yashwant Sagar’s ecological value is increasingly under strain. Despite its international recognition\, agricultural expansion\, pesticide runoff\, unregulated fishing and disturbances from boating and shoreline encroachments are altering habitat quality\, contributing to declines in key species like the Sarus Crane and raising concerns among conservationists about long-term health and biodiversity. Efforts to balance sustainable use with protection — including clearer wetland demarcation\, community awareness and stronger habitat regulations — are essential to ensure that this beautiful wetland continues to thrive as a haven for birds and a natural jewel on the outskirts of Indore. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Yogendra kumar mimrot Basically I am a snake researcher from indore \, currently pursuing bsc and during my studies I have been studying birds as many of them feed on snakes and other macrofauna. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Pumping Station area at Yashwant Sagar\, Indore offers a rich and rewarding snapshot of the wetland’s birdlife\, with common species providing constant activity across land and water. Around the open grounds and scrub\, Rock Pigeons\, Laughing Doves\, House Sparrows\, Indian Silverbills\, Scaly-breasted and Red Munias\, Bush Larks and Sparrow Larks forage in flocks\, while Ashy Prinias\, Indian Robins\, Indian Chats and Canary-headed Flycatchers animate the bushes with movement and song. The skies and wires are often claimed by Wire-tailed Swallows\, Green Bee-eaters\, Long-tailed Shrikes and Pied Starlings\, adding flashes of colour and drama. Along the water’s edge and shallow pools\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Pond Herons\, Great\, Intermediate and Little Egrets\, Oriental Darters\, Indian Cormorants and White-breasted Waterhens are regular sights\, joined by elegant White-winged Stilts\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, River Terns and seasonal visitors like Ruff and Common Snipe. This everyday abundance forms the backbone of Yashwant Sagar’s impressive bird diversity — part of a remarkable checklist of over 216 bird species that makes the pumping station a favourite stop for birders exploring this celebrated wetland.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Long-tailed Shrike				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Darter				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					White - breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Snipe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spot-billed Duck				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Ruff				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									A bird walk at the Pumping Station\, Yashwant Sagar was organized in collaboration with MP Tourism and led by Yogendra Kumar Mimrot\, with five participants joining the enriching nature experience. The walk proved to be highly rewarding\, with the group recording more than 50 bird species across the wetland and surrounding habitats. Notable sightings included Grey-headed Flycatcher\, Asian Tit\, Tawny Lark\, Indian Sarus\, and the majestic Greater Spotted Eagle\, along with several other resident and visiting birds that highlighted the ecological richness of the area. Participants remained engaged throughout the walk\, gaining insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and habitat use\, and expressed satisfaction with both the diversity of species observed and the overall learning experience\, making the walk a memorable and successful outing.\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lal-bagh-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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