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:20250824T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250720T072442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T061307Z UID:4804-1756018800-1756026000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ganjeshwari Temple\, Bondla\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ganjeshwari-temple-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250824080910-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250719T072452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T060901Z UID:4879-1755419400-1755428400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DSCN8788-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250719T072319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T110042Z UID:4855-1755414900-1755421200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhamori-forest-plantation-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250817-WA0037-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250718T072250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T110920Z UID:4830-1754810100-1754816400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mhatoba Hill (Tekdi)\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mhatoba-hill-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_20250810_075704590_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250717T070037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T120551Z UID:4782-1754807400-1754814600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250810-WA0004.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250718T072126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T114501Z UID:4790-1754805600-1754816400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Amanikere\, Tumakuru\, KA DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-amanikere-tumkuru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250810-WA0006-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250716T092611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T093725Z UID:4761-1754236800-1754244000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250803174158-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250716T072747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T095150Z UID:4773-1754236800-1754244000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shahpura Lake\, Bhopal (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shahpura-lake-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cb738c15-8433-4009-afc0-810b5cedd7ba.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250715T061143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T110412Z UID:4688-1751783400-1751790600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250708-WA0010-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250706T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250627T100643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T100633Z UID:4658-1751783400-1751790600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250706-WA0019-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250622T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250622T090000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250615T054305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T121238Z UID:4496-1750575600-1750582800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dhamandhari\, Shimla (HP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/dhamandhari-shimla-himachal-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_8419-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250621T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250621T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250615T075350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T121331Z UID:4413-1750487400-1750494600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_20250621_090929-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250610T111346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T063418Z UID:4436-1749969000-1749979800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Canal Road\, Goware\, Karad DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-canal-road-goware-karad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG-20250615-WA0000-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250615T093000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250610T083541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T063152Z UID:4424-1749969000-1749979800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Van Vihar National Park\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chhini-tanakpur-uk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PSX_20250615_111102-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250608T103039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T063659Z UID:4429-1749364200-1749371400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Lal Bagh\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lal-bagh-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG-20250608-WA0003.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250608T074618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T072244Z UID:4407-1749364200-1749371400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Karanji Lake\, Mysuru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karanji-lake-mysuru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot_20250608-183014.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250607T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250607T080000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250530T101853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T072155Z UID:4385-1749276000-1749283200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Jahapanah City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jahapanah-city-forest-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG-20250607-WA0001.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250601T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250601T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250530T070310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T123132Z UID:4395-1748759400-1748766600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Atali Forest\, Ambivli\, Kalyan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-atali-forest-ambivli-kalyan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/dedication.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250513T035719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T063900Z UID:3831-1747555200-1747594800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Allalasandra Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/allalasandra-lake/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Allalasandra-6.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250513T035541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T074800Z UID:3826-1747555200-1747594800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Kulish Smriti Van\, Jaipur DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/kulish-smriti-van/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/KSV-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250513T035533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T135009Z UID:3838-1747555200-1747594800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Srinagar Garhwal\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/srinagar-garhwal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Srinagr-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250517T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250517T193000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250522T065656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T070950Z UID:4276-1747468800-1747510200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Nature Photography Workshop DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/nature-photography-workshop-with-indian-institute-of-science/ CATEGORIES:Ataavi College Chapter,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NPW-IISC.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250517T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250517T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250513T034655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T064047Z UID:3816-1747468800-1747508400@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Krishna Riverside\, Karad (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/krishna-riverside/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/krishna-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250513T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250513T193000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250522T052654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T065633Z UID:4260-1747123200-1747164600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Nature Photography Workshop DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/nature-photography-workshop-with-dayananda-sagar-college-of-arts-science-and-commerce/ CATEGORIES:Ataavi College Chapter,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NPW-DS-5.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250511T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250511T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250502T133025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T134833Z UID:4349-1746950400-1746990000@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bajawala\, Dehradun DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bajawala-dehradun/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bajawala-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250510T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250510T190000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250502T132530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T134923Z UID:4362-1746864000-1746903600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Barapatthar Birding Point\, Nainital DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-barapatthar-birding-point-nainital/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/barapatthar-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250504T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250504T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250502T124532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T110118Z UID:3296-1746345600-1746381600@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Arai Hills\, Birds & Trails DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/arai-hills/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ALs6j_EyU0-vjsSyR2mExUz1SkZ0KDbt8Mk02S3vnYfxPb-i9x.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250503T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250503T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250502T124729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T134722Z UID:3301-1746259200-1746295200@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Lingambudhi Lake\, Kushagra Dev DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/lingambudhi-lake/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ALs6j_E5ZnrAG3ezMuQs-ovxnVHcZBm5cZR3SJXV219A14K_t5.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250427T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250427T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250419T054634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T110315Z UID:2271-1745740800-1745776800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Gandhari Riverside\, Lalita Ashtekar DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/gandhari-riverside/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Copy-of-keen-observers.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250427T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250427T180000 DTSTAMP:20260601T062846 CREATED:20250419T054501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T072314Z UID:2268-1745740800-1745776800@ftp.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Lodhi Gardens\, Midori DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 30 August\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n Nestled along the western bank of the Hooghly River in Howrah\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is a living museum of plant diversity and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in India. Established in 1787 by Colonel Robert Kyd of the British East India Company\, the garden was originally created to promote the cultivation of economically important plants. Today\, spread over an impressive 273 acres\, it hosts over 12\,000 living plants from across the globe\, including some of the rarest and most exotic species. \n \n \n \n The garden’s crown jewel is the iconic Great Banyan Tree\, often hailed as the largest tree in the world in terms of canopy spread. This more-than-250-year-old botanical wonder covers over 3.5 acres with its sprawling aerial roots\, creating the illusion of a miniature forest. The garden boasts extensive collections of palms\, orchids\, aquatic plants\, medicinal species\, and towering mahoganies\, along with meticulously maintained avenues and water bodies that serve as important habitats for birds\, butterflies\, and other wildlife.\n\nRich in history and biodiversity\, AJCBIBG is not just a recreational escape but also a hub for botanical research and conservation under the Botanical Survey of India. Its role extends beyond preserving plant species—it also provides vital ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration\, cooling the surrounding area\, and supporting urban biodiversity in the bustling Kolkata–Howrah region. For students\, researchers\, birdwatchers\, and casual visitors alike\, the garden remains a place where science\, history\, and natural beauty converge. \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 AJC Bose Botanical Garden \n \n \n \n With over 180 bird species recorded within its sprawling 273-acre landscape\, the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden (AJCBIBG) is one of eastern India’s most important avian refuges. Its rich mosaic of towering trees\, bamboo groves\, open lawns\, wetlands\, and the iconic Great Banyan Tree creates a variety of microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds throughout the year. Common residents such as the Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Lineated Barbet\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Jungle Babbler\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin can be seen flitting among the dense canopy or foraging along the leafy avenues. The garden’s water bodies attract Indian Cormorants\, Bronze-winged and Pheasant-tailed Jacanas\, White-breasted Waterhens\, and Indian Pond-Herons\, while migratory visitors like Whiskered Terns\, Wood Sandpipers\, and Common Sandpipers use them as seasonal stopovers. \n \n \n \n The diversity extends to raptors such as the Shikra\, Black Kite\, Oriental Honey-buzzard\, and occasional winter visitors like the Booted Eagle and Indian Spotted Eagle—clear indicators of a healthy prey base and functioning ecosystem. In spring and winter\, the lush undergrowth comes alive with the songs of Orange-headed Thrushes\, Taiga Flycatchers\, Blyth’s Reed Warblers\, and Yellow-browed Warblers. The garden also shelters more elusive species like the Dollarbird\, Thick-billed Green-Pigeon\, and Striated Heron\, rewarding patient birdwatchers. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \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 The AJC Bose Botanical Garden Bird Walk in Kolkata brought together 18 participants for a morning of discovery guided by Tirthankar. The walk was both informative and fascinating\, weaving together stories about monarch butterflies\, kingfishers\, and how nature has inspired human innovation—while also reminding us of the importance of reconnecting with the natural world. \n \n \n \n One of the most moving moments was the presence of the iconic Big Banyan tree\, which left participants deeply touched by the power and beauty of mother nature. For many\, this was their very first bird walk\, sparking a newfound love for birdwatching and the wonders of biodiversity.\n\nIn total\, the group recorded 31 bird species\, with highlights including the common kingfisher and the streak-throated woodpecker. The walk left participants enriched with knowledge\, inspired by nature’s stories\, and eager for more such experiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ftp.ataavi.org/event/lodhi-gardens/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ftp.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Copy-of-IMG-20250427-WA0001.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR