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://sitemap.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:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T081359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114940Z UID:8076-1768721400-1768728600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam-telangana2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/puli2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T071645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084554Z UID:8044-1768721400-1768728600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20260118_103038-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T091500 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260113T063151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T085848Z UID:8231-1768720500-1768727700@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Ramsar Site\, Bisankhedi\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bisankhedi-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-32-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T071000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T071006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T115350Z UID:8037-1768720200-1768728600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Jambhira Dam (Deuli) Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-jambhira-dam-deuli-mayurbhanj-odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jam.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T140902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144706Z UID:8108-1768719600-1768726800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kommaghatta Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kommaghatta-lake/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-18-at-10.51.20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T120344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163044Z UID:8095-1768719600-1768726800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Morjim Beach & Chapora Sandbar\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-morjim-beach-chapora-sanbar-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/morjim5-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T072653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T085546Z UID:8052-1768719600-1768726800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Basai Wetlands\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-basai-wetlands-gurugram-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basai.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T064617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084135Z UID:8025-1768638600-1768645800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-4-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/MNP-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T070551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T085153Z UID:8032-1768635000-1768642200@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bird Watching Area\, Bhandup West (BPS)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bird-watching-area-bhandup-west-mumbai-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-17-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T080336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114642Z UID:8075-1768633200-1768640400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vazhani Dam Park\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vazhani-dam-park-thrissur-kerala/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T073616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T162541Z UID:8051-1768633200-1768640400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Wetland\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-wetland-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/carambolim2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260114T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260114T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260107T063550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T090813Z UID:8017-1768375800-1768383000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya Birding Area\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-t-s-chanakya-birding-area-navi-mumbai-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-22.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T115441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124135Z UID:7732-1768143600-1768150800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kajjarla Lake\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kajjarla-lake-telangana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-21.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260102T070409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T121827Z UID:7821-1768125600-1768132800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pakhibitan\, Eco Park\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pakhibitan-eco-park-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T130050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T121245Z UID:7743-1768122000-1768129200@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantnag\, Kashmir DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantnag-kashmir/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-19.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T103826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124542Z UID:7719-1768118400-1768125600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pumping-station-yashwant-sagar-indore-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Media-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251231T144453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T104031Z UID:7791-1768116600-1768123800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasot Reservoir View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasot-reservoir-view-point-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-23-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251231T090212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124829Z UID:7772-1768116600-1768123800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam-telangana-1/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG20260111100505-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T140107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T122623Z UID:7763-1768116600-1768123800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-navi-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-20-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251231T091345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T125542Z UID:7777-1768114800-1768122000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhondsi Forest\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhondsi-forest-gurugram/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-22-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T100340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T063316Z UID:7713-1768114800-1768122000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhamori-forest-plantation-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG-20260111-WA0040.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T083000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T112426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130219Z UID:7728-1768113000-1768120200@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gidhwa Parsada\, Naghda\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gidhwa-parsada-naghda-chhattisgarh-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/20260111_110827-Goldi-Jais-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251230T084616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T120335Z UID:7704-1768030200-1768037400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Gandhi National Park - Nisarga Parichaya Kendra\, Thane\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-gandhi-national-park-thane/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-18-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20260102T060601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T131353Z UID:7796-1768028400-1768035600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Great Himalayan National Park\, Kullu\, Himachal Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-great-himalayan-national-park-kullu-hp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Media-7.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251231T142216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130809Z UID:7784-1768028400-1768035600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Opa\, Khandepar\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-opa-khandepar-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-15-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251226T072724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T115241Z UID:7688-1767511800-1767519000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aviary Bird Sanctuary\, Van Vihar National Park and Zoo\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aviary-bird-sanctuary-van-vihar-national-park-and-zoo-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-17-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251224T123202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T112608Z UID:7656-1767511800-1767519000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya Birding Area\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-t-s-chanakya-birding-area-navi-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-16-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251224T133825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T105015Z UID:7676-1767510000-1767560400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dhaulpur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dhaulpur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-14-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251224T105954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T103003Z UID:7640-1767510000-1767560400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hingonia Catchment Area\, Mehlan Bagry\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hingonia-catchment-area-jaipur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T025226 CREATED:20251224T103738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T103500Z UID:7635-1767510000-1767560400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Badhani Dam Adsena\, Raipur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Baruipur\n \n \n \n \n 31 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes\, nestled on the southern fringe of Kolkata in South 24 Parganas\, West Bengal\, are a captivating tapestry of wetlands\, shallow marshes\, open water bodies\, reed beds and grasslands that together create a dynamic habitat mosaic for wildlife and birds. While exact figures for the total area aren’t formally published as a protected park\, this extensive marshy grassland landscape spreads across the peri-urban plains around Baruipur town and adjacent Chandipur\, making it an accessible yet surprisingly rich natural refuge just beyond the city’s bustle. The mix of aquatic zones\, marshy floodplain and tall grasses supports a remarkable variety of species — from resident birds like Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Grey-headed Swamphens\, Asian Openbills and Red/Tricoloured Munias to elusive grassland dwellers such as Bengal bush larks and even the vulnerable Bristled Grassbird that thrive in tall marsh vegetation. Enthusiasts also record rare visitors and winter migrants like Bluethroats\, Chestnut-eared Buntings and other passerines\, making it a year-round hotspot for birdwatching and photography. \n \n \n \n Yet beneath the charm of dawn choruses and shimmering wetlands lies a story of conservation challenge. Unlike official sanctuaries\, Baruipur Marshes are largely unprotected and interspersed with industrial plots\, expanding infrastructure and proposed developmental land use\, posing constant pressure on this delicate ecosystem. With grasslands and marshes at risk of conversion to concrete and human activity increasing — including troubling reports of bird trapping — the very habitats that sustain grassland-dependent species and migratory visitors are shrinking or degrading. Conservationists emphasize the urgency of safeguarding these wetlands through thoughtful land-use planning\, community stewardship and awareness\, so that the marshes continue to pulse with life and retain their role as a green gem for birders and nature lovers alike \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Baruipur Marshes \n \n \n \n Baruipur Marshes in West Bengal host an impressive avian spectacle\, with a rich mix of wetland\, grassland and woodland birds contributing to a checklist of nearly 260 recorded species. Shallow waters come alive with Lesser Whistling Ducks\, Eurasian Coots\, Cotton Pygmy Geese\, Purple Swamphens and elegant Bronze-winged Jacanas\, while taller wetlands support Asian Openbills\, Oriental Darters and stately Purple Herons. Along reedbeds and fields\, small but lively birds such as Paddyfield Pipits\, Zitting Cisticolas\, Yellow-bellied Prinias\, Tricoloured Munias and Bengal Bushlarks flit constantly\, joined in winter by visitors like the Siberian Stonechat. The marsh edges and trees resonate with the calls of Greater Coucals\, Spotted Doves and Long-tailed Shrikes\, while splashes of colour come from Asian Green Bee-eaters\, Common Hoopoes and the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher. Overhead\, Black-winged Kites and seasonal Oriental Honey Buzzards patrol the skies\, making Baruipur Marshes a vibrant\, ever-changing birding destination where water\, grass and sky converge. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-Eater \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Siberian Stonechat \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Stork-billed Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Common Hoopoe \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n Despite being far from the city\, 9 enthusiastic participants joined the afternoon bird walk at Baruipur Marshes\, led by bird expert Tirthankar. The walk began with an unexpected bonus—sightings of monitor lizards\, first basking and later actively stalking ducks. The wetland was buzzing with life\, offering close views of Ferruginous Ducks\, Purple Swamphen\, Pheasant-tailed and Bronze-winged Jacanas\, Eurasian Coots\, Moorhens\, and over 1000 Lesser Whistling Ducks\, including two leucistic individuals. \n \n \n \n As the group moved into the grassland habitat\, they spotted Siberian Stonechat\, Long-tailed Shrike\, Zitting Cisticola\, Bluethroat\, wagtails\, and Eurasian Wryneck. The most thrilling moment came towards the end when participants witnessed an intense aerial encounter between a Peregrine Falcon and two Pied Harriers\, leaving everyone awestruck. With around 35 species recorded across habitats\, the walk offered deep learning about ecosystems\, bird behavior\, and habitat conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-badhani-dam-adsena-raipur-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-11.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR