Bird Walk at Madhapur, Telangana
- Telangana
- 26 January, 2026
- Chaitanya Reddy Kinnerla
About Madhapur
Madhapur is a village in Adilabad district, Telangana, India, situated within the Nirmal mandal approximately 10 km from the sub-district headquarters and about 90 km from the district headquarters. The village covers roughly 1,283 hectares (about 12.8 km²) and supports a small rural population primarily engaged in agriculture and related activities. The landscape around Madhapur is typical of the Deccan plateau region, with mixed land use that includes agricultural fields, fallow land, patches of natural vegetation, and some small forested portions — about 10 ha reported as forest area within the village boundaries. The habitat is largely dry deciduous scrub and agricultural mosaic, providing basic cover for local wildlife and birdlife rather than dense forest ecosystem.
Although the immediate area around Madhapur doesn’t host major protected reserves, the Adilabad district as a whole is noted for its dry deciduous forests, teak and bamboo stands, and rich fauna, with nearby wildlife areas such as the Kawal and Pranahita sanctuaries supporting a diversity of mammals (e.g., deer, nilgai, predators) and birds. Telangana as a state has over 500 recorded bird species distributed across wetlands, forests, and grasslands, highlighting the potential for birdwatching and local avifauna even in smaller habitats.
Bird Guide: Chaitanya Reddy Kinnerla
She is a conscious, nurturing mother of two daughters and the author of a children-led parenting book. Through her work and the Endangered Stitches project, she is deeply committed to creating biodiversity awareness and connecting people with nature.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of Madhapur
Madhapur’s mix of urban greenery, scrub patches and seasonal waterbodies supports a lively community of common yet charismatic birds, making everyday birdwatching surprisingly rewarding. The bright flashes of Green Bee-eaters are a familiar sight as they hawk insects from wires and open perches, while the striking Hoopoe probes lawns and open ground with its distinctive curved bill. Drongos dominate the skyline, fearlessly chasing larger birds and adding constant movement to treetops, alongside sharp-eyed shrikes perched on bushes scanning for prey. The area is also alive with the calls and colours of parakeets, especially Rose-ringed Parakeets, which move in noisy flocks between trees and rooftops. Together, these adaptable species bring nature into the heart of the city, offering residents and visitors daily encounters with birdlife amid Madhapur’s fast-paced urban setting.
Asian Green Bee-eater
Black Drongo
Rose - ringed Parakeet
Hoopoe
Grey Francolin
Red-collared Dove
Eurasian Collared Dove
Greater Coucal
Asian Koel
Asian Palm Swift
Red-wattled Lapwing
Brown Shrike
Long-tailed Shrike
Eastern Cattle Egret
Little Egret
Shikra
Common Kingfisher
Rufous Treepie
Indian Roller
Purple Sunbird
Summary of Walk
A bird walk was conducted at Madhapur, Telangana, led by Chaitanya Reddy Kinnerla for a group of 8 children. The walk was designed to introduce young participants to the fascinating world of birds in a fun and engaging way. Through simple explanations and active observation, the children learned how to notice bird calls, colors, and behaviors, turning the morning into an exciting outdoor classroom.
During the walk, the children observed several common yet charismatic species, including Coppersmith Barbet, Red-vented Bulbuls, Black Drongo, Shikra, Purple Sunbird, and the Lesser Whitethroat. Each sighting sparked curiosity and questions, helping the children understand basic bird identification and behavior. The walk successfully encouraged a sense of wonder and appreciation for urban biodiversity, leaving the young participants inspired and more connected to nature.
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