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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dhaulpur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dhaulpur-rajasthan/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T103003Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hingonia Catchment Area\, Mehlan Bagry\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hingonia-catchment-area-jaipur-rajasthan/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251224T103738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T103500Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Badhani Dam Adsena\, Raipur\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-badhani-dam-adsena-raipur-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251224T101143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T104530Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251224T131259Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thol Bird Sanctuary\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thol-bird-sanctuary-ahmedabad-gujarat/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260104T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251224T124648Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gidhwa Parsada\, Naghda\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gidhwa-parsada-naghda-chhattisgarh-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251229T055621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T104004Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T220000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251224T114859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T104829Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhatangpadar\, Bhawanipatna\, Odisha
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhatangpadar-bhawanipatna-odisha/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260103T093000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-4/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251229T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251229T173000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T092234Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kanha National Park\,  Ghanghar river trails\, Mandla (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kanha-np-ghanghar/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T064601Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Saral Beach (Alibaug - Revas Road)\, MH
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-saral-beach-alibaug/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T213000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251212T105248Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nandanvan Jungle Safari\, Nava Raipur\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nandanva-jungle-safari-nava-raipur-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T213000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251212T092411Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetland - Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karave-wetland-navi-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T071500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T091500
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T090544Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandlai Lake\, Jaipur\, RJ
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandlai-lake-jaipur/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T110019Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shree Siddhanath Temple\, Borim\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shree-siddhanath-temple-borim/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhilkheda Village\, Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhilkheda-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T084027Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at  Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251212T081339Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gangampalli Forest\, Sathya Sai\, Andhra Pradesh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gangampalli-forest-sathya-sai-andhra-pradesh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T061000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia (MH)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmili-lake-gondia-mh2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T060000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251228T080000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T072548Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Wadhvana Wetland\, Dabhoi\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-wadhvana-wetland-gujarat/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251227T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251227T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251217T104553Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Santa Cruz Wetland\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-santa-cruz-wetland-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T103000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073601Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shail Parn Udyan\, Devtal\, Jabalpur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-shail-parn-udyan-jabalpur-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T100000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073841Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hardi Dam Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hardi-dam-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T093000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073716Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Saul Kere\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-saul-kere-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T093000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073904Z
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake (BRC Side)\, Kolkata
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarovar-lake-brc-side-kolkata/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073733Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sultanpur National Park\, Gurugram (Delhi NCR)
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sultanpur-np-gurugram/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073637Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maina-Raia Wetland\, Quepem\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maina-raia-wetland-quepem-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T083000
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073823Z
UID:7379-1766298600-1766305800@a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gidhwa Parsada\, Naghda\, Gidwa\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gidhwa-parsada-naghda-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T061500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251221T081500
DTSTAMP:20260527T013806
CREATED:20251211T101810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T073658Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ankodia Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ankodia-lake-vadodara-gujarat/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										17 January\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Shmes Sufyan\n									\n						\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									Located in the heart of Dharavi\, Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) is Mumbai’s unexpected green miracle\, a thriving man-made forest that rose from a former dumping ground. Inaugurated in 1994\, with its first sapling planted by the legendary Dr. Salim Ali\, MNP today is home to over 160 species of birds\, 80+ species of butterflies\, and and countless insects and amphibians\, playing a key role in preserving biodiversity. It’s not just a birding hotspot\, it’s a living example of what ecological restoration and community effort can achieve in the middle of a busy city.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Spread over 37 acres\, MNP now features dense plantations\, nature trails\, bamboo groves\, mangrove patches\, and a central pond that attracts a variety of birds and butterflies. Amidst the chaos of Mumbai’s urban sprawl\, this regenerated woodland offers a peaceful refuge for walkers\, birdwatchers\, students\, and nature lovers.   It also serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education\, especially for children from neighboring low-income communities. Ecologically\, MNP acts as a vital green lung for the city—moderating temperatures\, aiding groundwater recharge\, improving air quality\, and buffering against floods through its vegetation and wetlands. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Shmes SufyanBirding guide with 10+ years of experience\, holding a Master’s in Biodiversity\, Wildlife Conservation\, and Management. Skilled at not just spotting birds but also explaining their ecology\, behavior\, and habitats in a simple\, engaging way. 				\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 Maharashtra Nature Park				\n				\n				\n				\n									With over 160 bird species recorded within its 37-acre expanse\, MNP has emerged as a critical avifaunal refuge in the heart of the megacity. The park’s blend of dense woodland\, open clearings\, mangroves\, and wetland patches creates diverse microhabitats that sustain both resident and migratory birds across seasons. Common residents like the Coppersmith Barbet\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, White-throated Kingfisher\, and Red-vented Bulbul are frequently seen and heard along the trails. The central pond attracts Indian Cormorants\, Black-winged Stilts\, Pond-Herons\, and seasonal visitors such as Whiskered Terns\, Temminck’s Stint\, and Green Sandpipers.								\n				\n				\n				\n									MNP also hosts raptors like the Black Kite\, Shikra\, and the elusive Greater Spotted Eagle—indicators of a balanced urban food web. Occasional sightings of Painted Storks\, Glossy Ibises\, and River Terns highlight its importance for migratory species. With its surprising bird diversity in the heart of a dense metropolis\, the park plays a vital role in supporting urban wildlife\, offering nature-based learning\, and reminding the city of its wild side worth conserving.								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Northern Pintail				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black Crowned Night Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Koel				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Paradise Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Coppersmith Barbet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Tickell's Blue Flycatcher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Curlew				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Tailorbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Oriental Magpie Robin				\n				\n				\n				\n					Rose-ringed Parakeet				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Eurasian Moorhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-throated Kingfisher				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-vented Bulbul				\n				\n				\n				\n					Purple-rumped Sunbird				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\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 bird walk conducted at Maharashtra Nature Park\, led by Shmes Sufyan\, with 11 participants. The walk began with an engaging discussion around the question “What is a bird?”\, which drew a variety of interesting responses from the group. This was followed by an explanation of how birds are scientifically defined\, helping set the context before heading out into the park for observations. During the walk\, around 30 bird species were recorded\, with notable sightings including the Blue-tailed Bee-eater\, Grey Heron\, Pacific Golden Plovers\, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher\, and the Asian Koel. Participants also learned interesting facts about common birds such as crows and tailorbirds. In addition to birds\, there was considerable interest in butterflies\, and several species were pointed out while questions about them were discussed\, making the walk a well-rounded and interactive nature learning experience.\n\n								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://a49c1ad5-1c87-489e-836b-4369b3396010.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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