BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ataavi X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260227T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260304T083000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260313T131733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T132343Z UID:10233-1772173800-1772613000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk for Oxford College\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-oxford-college-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-02-27-at-14.54.06.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260227T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260304T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260313T112033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T112555Z UID:10223-1772175600-1772614800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management\, Gwalior DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-iittm-gwalior/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IITTM-F.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260222T165112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T124353Z UID:9393-1772348400-1772355600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bisankhedi\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bisankhedi-bhopal-mp-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_20260301_085510-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260224T163534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T125654Z UID:9459-1772348400-1772355600@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulum\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-thrissur-kerala-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-02-at-12.11.23-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260220T121204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T120817Z UID:9317-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260301-WA0032-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260220T124039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T120327Z UID:9324-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Sims Park\, Conoor\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sims-park-conoor-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260301-WA0048-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260222T155217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T124013Z UID:9364-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Suncity Saltpans\, Vasai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-suncity-saltpans-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-02-at-7.48.32-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260224T170948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T130034Z UID:9471-1772350200-1772357400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\,Belapur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-belapur-maharashtra-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1026-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260301T100000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260224T161838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T125345Z UID:9449-1772352000-1772359200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dumna Nature Park\, Jabalpur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dumna-nature-park-jabalpur-mp-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260301-WA0051-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T083000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260226T081437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T092451Z UID:9511-1772865000-1772872200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Buddha Jayanti Park\, Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-buddha-jayanti-park-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-09-at-3.09.37-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T083000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260227T171740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T092809Z UID:9703-1772865000-1772872200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Kaziranga National Park\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaziranga-national-park-assam/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-09-at-4.54.25-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260225T101731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T092137Z UID:9490-1772866800-1772874000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/a495aaf8-fb53-4460-a34b-65e39d0b3d6e-Syam-Sukumaran.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260312T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260323T085038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T085452Z UID:10473-1772866800-1773306000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Shyampur Siddheshwari Mahavidyalaya\, West Bengal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-shyampur-siddheshwari-mahavidyalaya-wb/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142151 CREATED:20260226T090635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T091629Z UID:9526-1772868600-1772875800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mothi Desai Village Park\, Dombivali\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mothi-desai-village-dombivali-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-13-at-1.37.31-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T193000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260225T091118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T131241Z UID:9485-1772911800-1772919000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Image-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T084500 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260227T105346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T094254Z UID:9679-1772952300-1772959500@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasota Dam View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasota-dam-river-view-bhopal-mp3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_20260308_083335-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260302T064002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T094824Z UID:9770-1772953200-1772960400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260308-WA0139-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260226T080256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093434Z UID:9504-1772955000-1772962200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\,Belapur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-parkbelapur-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-09-at-10.08.03-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260227T110444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093748Z UID:9684-1772955000-1772962200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Halali Dam\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-halali-dam-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-08-at-3.10.39-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260302T071001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T095140Z UID:9780-1772955000-1772962200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Ram - Mula Confluence and Devrai\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ram-mula-confluence-and-devrai-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-08-at-12.45.49-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T100000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260225T085636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T132758Z UID:9480-1772956800-1772964000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Image-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260309T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T083000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260323T091057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T092050Z UID:10489-1773037800-1773477000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham\, Kollam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-amrita-vishwa-vidyapeetham-kollam-kerala/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-23-at-14.29.09-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T080000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260309T162856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T100658Z UID:10032-1773468000-1773475200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagalhat Nala\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagalhat-nala-dehradun/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_9325-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260309T101714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T101554Z UID:10020-1773471600-1773478800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mallathahalli Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mallathahalli-lake-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-19-at-3.39.13 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260323T093120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T093417Z UID:10504-1773471600-1773478800@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-maulana-azad-national-institute-of-technology/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260309T072317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T102233Z UID:9979-1773471600-1773522000@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Love Kush Vatika\, Dholpur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-love-kush-vatika-dholpur-rajasthan-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-14-at-09.46.32.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260309T073831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103017Z UID:9987-1773556200-1773563400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhilkheda Village Bhoj Wetland\, Ramser Site \, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhilheda-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260315_073310-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260309T144914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103518Z UID:10026-1773556200-1773563400@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vaderahalli Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vaderahalli-lake-bengaluru-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PXL_20260315_020518958-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260304T070806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103911Z UID:9827-1773558000-1773565200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260315_072923-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142152 CREATED:20260306T062950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T105517Z UID:9898-1773558000-1773565200@ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sondekoppa Lake\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pune\n \n \n \n \n 19 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 150/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a peaceful natural escape located near the bustling cityscape\, offering a refreshing environment surrounded by greenery\, gentle slopes\, and panoramic views. Known for its quiet walking trails and scenic vantage points\, the hill attracts morning walkers\, nature lovers\, and families seeking a serene spot to unwind. The hilltop provides a beautiful overlook of the surrounding neighborhoods\, allowing visitors to enjoy sunrise and sunset moments while appreciating the cool breeze and songs of local birds. \n \n \n \n The hill also carries cultural and recreational value\, often serving as a gathering place for community activities and informal fitness routines. With increasing urbanization around Pune\, Mahatma Hill stands as a reminder of the city’s natural beauty and ecological heritage. Whether it’s for meditation\, photography\, exercise\, or simply a moment of peace away from daily routine\, the spot continues to be a cherished green pocket for residents and visitors alike. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Janhavi NaikBirding enthusiast with 2.5 years of experience\, including participation in bird counts with Green Works Trust. Committed to ethical birding practices\, I enjoy helping others slow down\, observe closely\, and connect with the birds and nature around them. \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 Mahatma Hill \n \n \n \n Mahatma Hill in Pune is a thriving birding hotspot\, with an impressive 168 species recorded\, reflecting its diverse habitats of scrubland\, grass patches\, and scattered trees. Common sightings include ground-foraging birds such as the Laughing Dove and Red-wattled Lapwing\, while water bodies around the hill support species like Little Grebe\, Glossy Ibis\, and Eastern Cattle Egret. Raptors such as the Black-winged Kite and occasional Booted Eagle add excitement for birders\, soaring above the slopes in search of prey. Classic open-country species like the Asian Green Bee-eater\, Black Drongo\, and Long-tailed Shrike are frequently seen perched on wires or shrubs\, actively hunting insects and contributing to the lively bird activity around the hill. \n \n \n \n The hill also hosts a beautiful mix of woodland and urban-edge birds\, from the melodic Indian Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird to the playful Rufous Treepie and social Large Gray Babbler. Swallows such as the Wire-tailed Swallow skim gracefully over open spaces\, while insect-hunters like Indian Robin and Black Redstart flit across rocks and bushy patches. Wetland visitors\, including Little Cormorant and White-throated Kingfisher\, reflect the presence of nearby water sources. With wagtails\, kingfishers\, sunbirds\, shrikes\, and raptors all appearing on a single walk\, Mahatma Hill offers birders a vibrant and rewarding experience\, making it one of Pune’s beloved nature pockets and a refuge for both migratory and resident birds. \n \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Baya Weaver \n \n \n \n Small Minivet \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Asian Tit \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Indian White-eye \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/5a3J3nrpX9v5btZC6 URL:https://ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sondekoppa-lake-bangalore-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG20260315071144-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR