BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251207T073000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251201T132246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T084051Z UID:6983-1765085400-1765092600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muga Sumoni Gaon\, Golaghat\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muga-sumoni-gaon-assam/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Media-3-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251206T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251206T083000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251126T070324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T082801Z UID:6922-1765002600-1765009800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Munekolala Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-munekolala-lake-blr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_20251206_064912220_HDR-Kayala-Ashok-Kumar-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251118T093044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T072237Z UID:6261-1764487800-1764495000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya\, Seawood\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-school-navimumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG20251130090405-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251118T081928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T070333Z UID:6248-1764486000-1764495000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasot Dam\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasot-dam-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG-20251130-WA0065.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251118T095318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T065428Z UID:6655-1764486000-1764493200@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bilaspur-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_8580-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251118T085319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T064916Z UID:6254-1764486000-1764493200@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Motemajra Wetland\, SAS Nagar Mohali DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-motemajra-wetland-sasnagar-mohali/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SAVE_20251130_131829-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T080000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251118T081855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T054910Z UID:6175-1764482400-1764489600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Wadhvana Bird Sanctuary\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-wadhvana-bs-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-30-at-13.31.53-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251130T080000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251118T064918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T055639Z UID:6374-1764482400-1764489600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmililake-gondia-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG20251130070045-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251129T173000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251129T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251119T095820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T062134Z UID:6660-1764437400-1764444600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karapur\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karapur-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3583-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T113734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T111810Z UID:6151-1763884800-1763892000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Chintaamani Kar Bird Sanctuary\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chintaamani-kar-bs-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_20251123_090448-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T073348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T110448Z UID:6286-1763884800-1763892000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirpur lake Ramsar Site\, Indore (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sirpur-lake-indore/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_5701-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T065935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T105754Z UID:6393-1763884800-1763892000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Menar Lake\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-menarlake-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG-20251123-WA0072-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T070650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T105238Z UID:6401-1763883000-1763890200@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lakaki Lake\, Pune (For kids 8-14 years old) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lakaki-lake-pune-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_20251123_091237950_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T121022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T104712Z UID:6167-1763881200-1763888400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Lal Bagh\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lal-bagh-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20251123_090919-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T114643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T104214Z UID:6158-1763881200-1763888400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \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-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG-20251123-WA0018-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T073422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T103644Z UID:6243-1763881200-1763888400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Fadahkar\, Bilaspur\, Chattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-fadahkar-bilaspur-chattisgrah/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_20251123_075115-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T065546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T102824Z UID:6228-1763881200-1763888400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vansoj-Naliya Mandvi Wetland Complex\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vansoj-naliya-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Photo-from-Jigar-Patel-1995-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T083000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T112339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T102331Z UID:6146-1763878500-1763886600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sri Krishna devarayalu university\, Anantapuram\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-srikrishna-devarayalu-university-anantapuram/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20251123_041250056-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251117T115055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T101244Z UID:6162-1763877600-1763884800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jahapanah City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jahapanah-city-forest-new-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20251123_022022239-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251029T111213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T073045Z UID:6141-1763278200-1763285400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarovar-lake-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251116084427-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T093000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251029T090937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T072522Z UID:6126-1763278200-1763285400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lakshmanpuri Ecotourism Reserve\, SGPGI\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lakshmanpuri-er-lucknow/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-7.26.44-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251104T061936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T063836Z UID:6222-1763276400-1763283600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Amona Fields\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-amona-fields-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3906-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251103T122634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T074303Z UID:6216-1763276400-1763283600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thol Bird Sanctuary\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thol-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG-20251116-WA0014.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T090000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251029T093512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T064201Z UID:6133-1763276400-1763283600@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-bilaspur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251116-WA0036-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T083000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251103T121419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T073811Z UID:6208-1763273700-1763281800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Suketri (near Sukhna Lake)\, Chandigarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-suketri-chandigarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SAVE_20251116_101605-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T080000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251027T092535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T063423Z UID:6036-1763272800-1763280000@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251116065818-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251115T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251115T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251103T112845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T071342Z UID:6202-1763193600-1763200800@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kotra Village\, Narsingarh (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kotra-village-narsinghgarh-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/DSCN0872-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251029T072919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T114340Z UID:6104-1762675200-1762682400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Tawali Chanda\, Indore (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-tawali-chanda-indore/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA0372.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251027T094602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T091757Z UID:6046-1762673400-1762682400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangdi reservoir\, Gondia (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangdi-reservoir-gondia/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251109082216-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T154520 CREATED:20251027T082301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T113749Z UID:6022-1762673400-1762682400@sitemap.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Dam\, Chh. Sambhajinagar (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabalpur\n \n \n \n \n 21 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Sanjay Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyhan\, located near Devtal in Garha\, Jabalpur along Medical College Road\, is a scenic natural park set against rocky hill formations and lush vegetation in the heart of the city. The park covers a sprawling green area with walking trails\, a natural pond\, and rocky outcrops\, offering both city-dwellers and visitors a peaceful retreat from urban life. Its landscape includes a mix of native trees\, shrubs\, and seasonal flowers that contribute to a pleasant greenery and cooler microclimate within the city. While it is primarily known as a recreational and nature spot\, its semi-wild setting with dense tree cover provides habitat for a variety of common urban and woodland birds\, making it of interest to local birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The presence of water bodies and vegetated patches attracts birds that thrive in mixed park and scrub habitats\, adding to its appeal as a bird-rich area in the Jabalpur region. \n \n \n \n Despite its natural charm and ecological potential\, Shail Parn Udyhan faces several threats typical of urban green spaces\, including limited maintenance\, lack of infrastructure (like restrooms and security)\, and pressure from city development that can degrade habitat quality and disturb wildlife. These challenges highlight the need for focused conservation and management efforts\, such as better upkeep of trails and vegetation\, habitat enhancement to support greater biodiversity\, and community engagement to protect resident and visiting bird species. Strengthening these conservation measures would help preserve the park’s ecological character while enhancing its role as both a nature haven and popular public space for relaxation and environmental education in Jabalpur. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sanjay GuptaHe has been birding for over 20 years and has spent the last five years guiding enthusiasts on the field. He loves sharing his rich knowledge of birds and inspiring more people to connect with nature. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Shail Parn Udyan \n \n \n \n Shail Parn Udyan in Jabalpur is a surprisingly rich birding hotspot\, with over 220 bird species recorded so far\, making it one of the most diverse urban green pockets in the region. The park hosts a vibrant mix of residents and seasonal migrants\, ranging from colorful passerines to elusive forest birds. Birders often encounter Painted Spurfowl\, Orange-headed Thrush\, Blue-capped Rock Thrush\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, Taiga and Red-breasted Flycatchers\, along with winter visitors like Hume’s\, Sulphur-bellied\, and Greenish Warblers. The wooded patches echo with calls of Brown Boobook\, Jungle Owlet\, Greater Coucal\, Copper­smith and Brown-headed Barbets\, while open and wet areas support species such as White-breasted Waterhen\, Little Grebe\, and agile raptors like the Shikra. Bright forest jewels including the Black-hooded Oriole\, Golden Oriole\, and Purple Sunbird add to the park’s charm\, making Shail Parn Udyan a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and seasoned birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Painted Spurfowl \n \n \n \n Shikra \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Brown Boobook \n \n \n \n Tickell's Blue Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Taiga Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Blue-capped Rock Thrush \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Green Warbler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Shail Parn Udhyan Park\, led by Sanjay Gupta with a group of 11 participants\, was a pleasant and engaging experience despite challenging weather conditions. The morning was unusually cold with low sunlight\, which limited visibility and bird activity to some extent. Even so\, the group managed to observe around 22 bird species while exploring different open and marshy spaces within the park. The walk maintained a calm and enjoyable pace\, allowing participants to appreciate both the birds and the natural surroundings.\n \n \n \n \n The participants were enthusiastic and genuinely interested in learning about birds and the environment\, which added to the positive atmosphere of the walk. Their curiosity and active involvement enriched discussions and observations throughout the session. Despite the cold conditions\, the walk was considered successful\, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and appreciation for urban green spaces and the birdlife they support. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sukhna-dam-chh-sambhajinagar2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sitemap.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA0009.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR