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:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T094602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T091757Z UID:6046-1762673400-1762682400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangdi reservoir\, Gondia (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangdi-reservoir-gondia/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251109082216-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T082301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T113749Z UID:6022-1762673400-1762682400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Dam\, Chh. Sambhajinagar (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sukhna-dam-chh-sambhajinagar2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA0009.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T102722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T083358Z UID:6053-1762673400-1762680600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Morlem Gad Foothills\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-morlem-gad-foothills-goa-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-09-at-11.23.50-AM-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251103T060123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T110127Z UID:6195-1762672500-1762678800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatmahill-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20251109_034205958.MP_-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T131943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T111759Z UID:6086-1762671600-1762678800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ucharpi\, Mehsana\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ucharpi-mehsana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251109_075443-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T090609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T101951Z UID:6030-1762671600-1762678800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kerwa Jungle Camp\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kerwa-jungle-camp-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Scanned_20251109-1524-13-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T135353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T101505Z UID:6095-1762670700-1762678800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poaama Nursery\, Chhindwara (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poaama-nursery-chhindwara-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251109080435-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054555 CREATED:20251027T134645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T100945Z UID:6092-1762669800-1762680600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland- Bisankhedi Village\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \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-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251109_0821122-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251029T082059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T082928Z UID:6116-1762668000-1762678800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Koti\, Solan\, HP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-koti-solan-hp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251109_100604-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251027T093339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T104722Z UID:6042-1762668000-1762675200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-city-forest-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-09-at-09.40.46-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251029T074513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T113321Z UID:6111-1762666200-1762673400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sumoni Gaon\, Golaghat\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sumoni-gaon-golaghat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA01061.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251027T072216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T094448Z UID:6010-1762596000-1762603200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-taratala-naturepark-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251108-WA0002-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251027T111027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T110630Z UID:6079-1762585200-1762592400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jiwaji University Campus\, Gwalior (M.P.) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gwalior-near-sant-kanwar-ram-school/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-12-at-3.47.15-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251027T062656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T123344Z UID:5994-1762070400-1762077600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Dam Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-dam1/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_8063-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251027T070920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T123757Z UID:6006-1762065000-1762072200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Jambhira Dam (Deuli) Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-jambira-dam-deuli-mayurbhanj-odisha2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251102-WA0007-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251027T065443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T083432Z UID:6001-1762065000-1762072200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Doddanekundi Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-doddanekundi-kere-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PXL_20251102_023140121-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T175001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T113813Z UID:5798-1761462000-1761469200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rajiv Smriti Van Raipur DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rajiv-smriti-van-raipur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251026_071949-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251021T062038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T114847Z UID:5923-1761460200-1761471000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland- Bhilkheda\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhilkheda-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251026-WA0034-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251021T055806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T105040Z UID:5917-1761458400-1761465600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Deer Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-deer-park-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-26-at-09.58.45-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251015T055116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T100636Z UID:5826-1761458400-1761465600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Meyyur Lake area in Nemam\, Thiruvallur DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-meyyur-lake-thiruvallur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20251109_092719-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T173850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T112642Z UID:5792-1761458400-1761465600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantapura National Park\, Anantapura\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantapura-national-park-sathya-sai-andhra-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251026-WA0000.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251025T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251025T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T172843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T104928Z UID:5786-1761377400-1761384600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-princep-ghat-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PXL_20251025_083935654.MP_-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251025T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251025T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T171957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T110748Z UID:5779-1761375600-1761382800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarovar-lake-kolkata2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251020T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251020T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T123426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T110718Z UID:5744-1760943600-1760950800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khari River Mehsana Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mehsana-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251020-WA0008.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T120104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T091411Z UID:5722-1760889600-1760896800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Koti\, Solan\, HP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-koti-solan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251019-WA0006-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T123311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T062355Z UID:5730-1760857200-1760864400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Lulung\, Mayurbhanj Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-lulung-mayurbhanj-odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251019-WA0008.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T115136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T061613Z UID:5716-1760853600-1760860800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muga Sumoni Bhoga Kaboru Gaon\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muga-assam/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_6069-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T055000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251019T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T181227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T060443Z UID:5804-1760853000-1760860800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Lake Trail\, Chandigarh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sukhna-lake-chandigarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SAVE_20251019_105530-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251017T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251017T100000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T111046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T060534Z UID:5704-1760688000-1760695200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Patrog\, Himachal Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-patrog-hp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/bird-watching-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251017T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251017T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T054556 CREATED:20251013T113647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T055813Z UID:5710-1760683500-1760691600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chota Mahadev (Jamuniya Machagora Dam)\, Chhindwara (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 16 November\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, located in the heart of South\nKolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that\noffers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural\nlegacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a\nlarge-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is\nalso known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of\nNobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarovar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarovar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 At Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, 16 participants—including 8–9 enthusiastic kids—joined a lively and interactive bird walk. Thanks to the School of Birds initiative of Birdwatchers’ Society\, spotting scopes were available\, enhancing everyone’s viewing experience. The group recorded around 20 species\, observing nesting activity of Painted Storks\, Great Cormorants\, Indian Cormorants\, Grey Heron\, and exciting species like Lineated Barbet\, Black-hooded Oriole\, and Shikra. \n \n \n \n The walk blended fun and learning\, with children and parents engaging in games such as guessing birds from silhouettes. Participants also practised using binoculars and spotting scopes effectively. The walk created a joyful atmosphere filled with discovery\, nurturing a new generation of nature lovers while offering meaningful insights to adults as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chota-mahadev-chhindwara/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251017-WA0005.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR