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SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Forest Research Institute\, Dehradun
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-forest-research-institute-dehradun-2/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065333
CREATED:20260504T103844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T070103Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatma-hill-pune-maharashtra6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T090000
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UID:12322-1778396400-1778403600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T064500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T084500
DTSTAMP:20261025T065333
CREATED:20260505T061157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T064909Z
UID:12387-1778395500-1778402700@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065333
CREATED:20260506T064953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T065314Z
UID:12393-1778394600-1778401800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nelligudde Lake\, Bidadi\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nelligudde-lake-bidadi-bengaluru-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065333
CREATED:20260504T080759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T065805Z
UID:12343-1778394600-1778401800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065333
CREATED:20260430T134816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T071708Z
UID:12324-1778394600-1778401800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-5/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065333
CREATED:20260430T132909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T071445Z
UID:12309-1778394600-1778401800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saul Kere\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-saul-kere-bengaluru-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anjanapura\, Bangalore\, Karnataka
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anjanapura-central-park-bangalore-karnataka/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260504T082920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T072949Z
UID:12348-1778392800-1778400000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jalmahal Lake Road\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jalmahal-lake-road-jaipur-rajasthan/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260427T090701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T073356Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagvasuki\, Allahabad\, Uttar Pradesh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagvasuki-allahabad-uttar-pradesh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T054000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T074000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260504T100714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T073705Z
UID:12362-1778391600-1778398800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khalanga Reserve Forest\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khalanga-reserve-forest-dehradun-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T093000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260506T070948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T074717Z
UID:12402-1778311800-1778319000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-st-cruz-wetland-goa-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260430T123909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T074343Z
UID:12292-1778310000-1778317200@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-parkbelapur-maharashtra5/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260430T131903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T063930Z
UID:12305-1778308200-1778315400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay	Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-maharashtra2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260430T124447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T063424Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravali-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T080000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260504T074431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T062855Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangadi Biodiversity Park\, Gondia\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangadi-biodiversity-park-gondia-maharashtra-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T053000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T073000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260430T115058Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\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-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Tal Talaab\, Behind Tal Tiger Resort\, Kanha Tiger Reserve\, Madhya Pradesh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khatiya-gate-kanha-tiger-reserve-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T093000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260423T083316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T075624Z
UID:11970-1777793400-1777800600@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-lake-goa3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260427T141814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072757Z
UID:12048-1777791600-1777798800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/ird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-7/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260423T085852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T084104Z
UID:11982-1777791600-1777798800@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maina-Curtorim\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maina-curtorim-goa-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260427T093258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T081338Z
UID:12044-1777789800-1777797000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatma-hill-pune-maharashtra4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260427T072441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T084438Z
UID:12019-1777789800-1777797000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lulung\, Simlipal\, Odisha
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lulung-simlipal-odisha-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260423T093241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T083812Z
UID:11993-1777789800-1777797000@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Forest research institute\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-forest-research-institute-dehradun-uttarakhand/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260423T084123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T081804Z
UID:11975-1777705200-1777712400@ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Succoro Plateau\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-succoro-plateau-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T083000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260427T074110Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhandup Pumping Station Salt Pans\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-salt-pans-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260501T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260501T210000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260427T142310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T082205Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Talawe Wetlands(Maharashtra Day Special)\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-talawe-wetlands-navi-mumbai-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260430T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260430T090000
DTSTAMP:20261025T065334
CREATED:20260512T080251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T080819Z
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SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Kota College of Pharmacy\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-kota-college-of-pharmacy-rj/
CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Botanical Garden\, Kolkata
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Bilaspur\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										31 May\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Rahul and Ratnesh Gupta\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery				\n				\n				\n				\n									Nestled on the southern outskirts of Bilaspur\, the Fadakhar Plant Nursery is a refreshing green escape that blends conservation\, horticulture\, and nature tourism. Surrounded by semi-natural woodland patches\, village wetlands\, and open grassland habitats\, the nursery serves as an important green lung for the region. The area supports a rich mix of native and ornamental flora\, including bamboo\, neem\, gulmohar\, ficus\, flowering shrubs\, medicinal plants\, and seasonal wetland vegetation. During the monsoon and winter months\, the landscape becomes especially vibrant\, attracting butterflies\, dragonflies\, and small mammals while creating ideal conditions for birdlife. The nursery’s quiet trails and water-rich surroundings make it an underrated destination for casual birding\, where visitors may spot kingfishers\, pond herons\, bee-eaters\, drongos\, egrets\, parakeets\, and a variety of migratory waterbirds moving through the Bilaspur plains.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Beyond its scenic beauty\, Fadakhar Plant Nursery also plays a growing role in environmental awareness and urban greening efforts in Chhattisgarh. Local forest workers and nursery staff contribute to plantation drives\, habitat restoration\, and the maintenance of green corridors that help sustain biodiversity around Bilaspur. However\, like many peri-urban ecosystems\, the area faces pressures from rapid urban expansion\, waste dumping\, shrinking wetlands\, and disturbance to nesting habitats. Conservation efforts now focus on protecting native plant diversity\, improving water retention in wetland pockets\, and encouraging eco-friendly tourism and community participation. For nature lovers\, photographers\, and birdwatchers\, Fadakhar offers more than just a nursery — it is a living reminder of how green spaces can support both wildlife and people in a fast-growing city landscape.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Rahul GuptaElectrical Engineer by profession\, bird guide by passion — blending circuits and songbirds with equal precision. 				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide: Ratnesh GuptaNature lover & bird watcher spreading awareness one chirp at a time. Discover\, learn\, and connect with the wild around you. 				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Bird walk Location				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Common birds of Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery 				\n				\n				\n				\n									Fadakhar Government Plant Nursery is a rewarding birding spot where dense trees\, bamboo groves\, wetlands\, and open clearings attract an impressive variety of resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Among the highlights is the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, often seen darting gracefully through shaded woodland patches\, while the soft cooing of the Oriental Turtle Dove echoes from the treetops. Bright flashes of yellow reveal the Black-hooded Oriole\, and the rhythmic metallic calls of the Coppersmith Barbet add constant life to the canopy. Shrubs and flowering trees frequently host flocks of tiny Oriental White-eye moving actively in search of nectar and insects. The nursery’s wetland pockets and marshy edges also provide habitat for elusive Bitterns and several species of brilliantly coloured Kingfishers\, while graceful Swallows sweep low across the water and open skies at dusk. Together\, these birds make Fadakhar an unexpectedly rich urban biodiversity hotspot for birdwatchers\, photographers\, and nature enthusiasts visiting Bilaspur.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Oriental Turtle Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-hooded Oriole				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian White Eye				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Grey Hornbill				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red Collared Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Drongo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Barn Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Myna				\n				\n				\n				\n					Laughing Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hawk-Cuckoo				\n				\n				\n				\n					Brown-headed Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Small Minivet				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					Summary of Walk				\n				\n				\n				\n									The walk at Fadakhar Govt. Plant Nursery brought together 7 participants for a structured and educational birding session. The nursery’s dense vegetation and varied microhabitats supported a wide range of bird species.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Notable sightings included the Indian Paradise Flycatcher\, Barn Owl\, and Indian Pitta\, making the walk particularly rewarding. Participants benefited from guided learning on bird identification and behaviour\, leaving with enhanced skills and appreciation for biodiversity.								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-botanical-garden-kolkata3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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