BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260106T134034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T090555Z UID:7753-1768725000-1768732200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sharda Sagar Dam - Pilibhit Tiger Reserve Buffer Area\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sharda-sagar-dam-uttar-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-19-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260109T062149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T085040Z UID:8124-1768721400-1768728600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bavdhan Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bavdhan-tekdi-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-21-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T081359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114940Z UID:8076-1768721400-1768728600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam-telangana2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/puli2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T071645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084554Z UID:8044-1768721400-1768728600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20260118_103038-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T091500 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260113T063151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T085848Z UID:8231-1768720500-1768727700@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Ramsar Site\, Bisankhedi\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bisankhedi-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-32-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T071000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T071006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T115350Z UID:8037-1768720200-1768728600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Jambhira Dam (Deuli) Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-jambhira-dam-deuli-mayurbhanj-odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jam.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T140902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144706Z UID:8108-1768719600-1768726800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kommaghatta Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kommaghatta-lake/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-18-at-10.51.20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T120344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163044Z UID:8095-1768719600-1768726800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Morjim Beach & Chapora Sandbar\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-morjim-beach-chapora-sanbar-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/morjim5-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T072653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T085546Z UID:8052-1768719600-1768726800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Basai Wetlands\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-basai-wetlands-gurugram-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basai.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T064617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084135Z UID:8025-1768638600-1768645800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-4-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/MNP-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T070551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T085153Z UID:8032-1768635000-1768642200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bird Watching Area\, Bhandup West (BPS)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bird-watching-area-bhandup-west-mumbai-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-17-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T080336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114642Z UID:8075-1768633200-1768640400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vazhani Dam Park\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vazhani-dam-park-thrissur-kerala/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T073616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T162541Z UID:8051-1768633200-1768640400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Wetland\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-wetland-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/carambolim2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260114T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260114T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260107T063550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T090813Z UID:8017-1768375800-1768383000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya Birding Area\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-t-s-chanakya-birding-area-navi-mumbai-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-22.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T115441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124135Z UID:7732-1768143600-1768150800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kajjarla Lake\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kajjarla-lake-telangana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-21.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260102T070409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T121827Z UID:7821-1768125600-1768132800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pakhibitan\, Eco Park\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pakhibitan-eco-park-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T110000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T130050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T121245Z UID:7743-1768122000-1768129200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantnag\, Kashmir DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantnag-kashmir/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-19.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T103826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124542Z UID:7719-1768118400-1768125600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pumping-station-yashwant-sagar-indore-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Media-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251231T144453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T104031Z UID:7791-1768116600-1768123800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasot Reservoir View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasot-reservoir-view-point-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-23-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251231T090212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124829Z UID:7772-1768116600-1768123800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam-telangana-1/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG20260111100505-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T140107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T122623Z UID:7763-1768116600-1768123800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-navi-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-20-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251231T091345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T125542Z UID:7777-1768114800-1768122000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhondsi Forest\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhondsi-forest-gurugram/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-22-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T100340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T063316Z UID:7713-1768114800-1768122000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhamori-forest-plantation-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG-20260111-WA0040.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T112426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130219Z UID:7728-1768113000-1768120200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gidhwa Parsada\, Naghda\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gidhwa-parsada-naghda-chhattisgarh-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/20260111_110827-Goldi-Jais-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251230T084616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T120335Z UID:7704-1768030200-1768037400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Gandhi National Park - Nisarga Parichaya Kendra\, Thane\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-gandhi-national-park-thane/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-18-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20260102T060601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T131353Z UID:7796-1768028400-1768035600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Great Himalayan National Park\, Kullu\, Himachal Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-great-himalayan-national-park-kullu-hp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Media-7.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260110T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251231T142216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130809Z UID:7784-1768028400-1768035600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Opa\, Khandepar\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-opa-khandepar-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-15-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251226T072724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T115241Z UID:7688-1767511800-1767519000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aviary Bird Sanctuary\, Van Vihar National Park and Zoo\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aviary-bird-sanctuary-van-vihar-national-park-and-zoo-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-17-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251224T123202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T112608Z UID:7656-1767511800-1767519000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya Birding Area\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-t-s-chanakya-birding-area-navi-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-16-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260601T042007 CREATED:20251224T133825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T105015Z UID:7676-1767510000-1767560400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dhaulpur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 25 January\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal \n \n \n \n Bhoj Wetland\, also known as Bhojtal (Upper Lake) and the adjoining Lower Lake\, lies on the western side of Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Created in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj and later expanded around 1794\, this twin-lake system spans approximately 32 km² and drains a catchment of roughly 361 km²\, much of which is rural with increasing urban pressures. \n \n \n \n This dynamic habitat sustains over 238 bird species\, including migratory ducks\, storks\, and cranes\, and serves as a critical water source for nearly half of Bhopal’s population. Acting as a natural buffer\, Bhoj Wetland plays a key role in flood control\, groundwater recharge\, and microclimate regulation in the urban ecosystem. Despite rising threats from encroachment\, untreated sewage\, and siltation\, this Ramsar site remains a vital refuge for biodiversity and offers a living example of how urban and ecological priorities can converge in a shared landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Bhoj Wetland \n \n \n \n Wetland hosts a vibrant assemblage of waterbirds and terrestrial species\, reflecting its ecological richness. Among the most frequently observed birds are the Lesser Whistling-Duck\, Little Egret\, Red-wattled Lapwing\, and Black-winged Stilt\, all of which favor the lake’s marshy edges and open waters. Waders like the Eastern Cattle Egret\, Pheasant-tailed Jacana\, and Bronze-winged Jacana add to the wetland’s dynamic birdscape\, alongside the elegant River Tern\, Indian Spot-billed Duck\, and Gray-headed Swamphen. \n \n \n \n On the fringes of the wetland\, scrub and agricultural zones attract species such as the Paddyfield Pipit\, Large Gray Babbler\, Indian Pied Starling\, Common Woodshrike\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin. The presence of forest-edge birds like the Yellow-throated Sparrow\, Brahminy Starling\, Black Drongo\, and Indian Paradise-Flycatcher underlines the habitat mosaic of the region. With occasional sightings of Sarus Crane\, Asian Openbill\, and Eurasian Spoonbill\, Bhoj Wetland remains an important refuge for both common and near-threatened bird species across seasons. \n \n \n \n \n Lesser-whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Paddyfield Pipit \n \n \n \n Large Grey Babbler \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Common Woodshrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Pheasant-tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Great Egret \n \n \n \n Oriental Magpie Robin \n \n \n \n Yellow-throated Sparrow \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n A bird walk was conducted at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre of Tarang Ecotours in collaboration with MP Tourism. The walk brought together 13 enthusiastic participants from diverse age groups\, all eager to explore the rich avian life of the wetland. With Sarang’s patient guidance and interactive style\, the walk quickly turned into an engaging and educational experience\, encouraging participants to observe closely\, ask questions\, and appreciate the subtle details of birds and their habitats. \n \n \n \n During the walk\, 32 bird species were recorded across the wetland’s varied landscapes. A striking highlight was the sighting of the vibrant blue migratory Verditer Flycatcher\, which captured everyone’s attention\, along with two Western Marsh Harriers seen gracefully flying overhead. Regular wetland and woodland residents such as cormorants\, egrets\, herons\, Shikras\, White-browed Fantails\, and Grey Francolins added to the richness of the experience. Overall\, the walk successfully sparked curiosity and enthusiasm for birdwatching\, leaving both beginners and experienced participants inspired and more connected to nature.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dhaulpur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-14-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR