BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251117T065546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T102824Z UID:6228-1763881200-1763888400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vansoj-Naliya Mandvi Wetland Complex\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vansoj-naliya-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Photo-from-Jigar-Patel-1995-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251117T112339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T102331Z UID:6146-1763878500-1763886600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sri Krishna devarayalu university\, Anantapuram\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-srikrishna-devarayalu-university-anantapuram/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20251123_041250056-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251123T080000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251117T115055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T101244Z UID:6162-1763877600-1763884800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jahapanah City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jahapanah-city-forest-new-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20251123_022022239-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251029T111213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T073045Z UID:6141-1763278200-1763285400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarovar Lake\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarovar-lake-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251116084427-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251029T090937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T072522Z UID:6126-1763278200-1763285400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lakshmanpuri Ecotourism Reserve\, SGPGI\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lakshmanpuri-er-lucknow/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-7.26.44-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251104T061936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T063836Z UID:6222-1763276400-1763283600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Amona Fields\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-amona-fields-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3906-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251103T122634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T074303Z UID:6216-1763276400-1763283600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thol Bird Sanctuary\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thol-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG-20251116-WA0014.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251029T093512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T064201Z UID:6133-1763276400-1763283600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-bilaspur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251116-WA0036-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042044 CREATED:20251103T121419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T073811Z UID:6208-1763273700-1763281800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Suketri (near Sukhna Lake)\, Chandigarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-suketri-chandigarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/SAVE_20251116_101605-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251116T080000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T092535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T063423Z UID:6036-1763272800-1763280000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251116065818-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251115T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251115T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251103T112845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T071342Z UID:6202-1763193600-1763200800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kotra Village\, Narsingarh (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kotra-village-narsinghgarh-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/DSCN0872-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251029T072919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T114340Z UID:6104-1762675200-1762682400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Tawali Chanda\, Indore (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-tawali-chanda-indore/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA0372.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T094602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T091757Z UID:6046-1762673400-1762682400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangdi reservoir\, Gondia (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangdi-reservoir-gondia/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251109082216-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T082301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T113749Z UID:6022-1762673400-1762682400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Dam\, Chh. Sambhajinagar (MH) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sukhna-dam-chh-sambhajinagar2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA0009.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T102722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T083358Z UID:6053-1762673400-1762680600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Morlem Gad Foothills\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-morlem-gad-foothills-goa-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-09-at-11.23.50-AM-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251103T060123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T110127Z UID:6195-1762672500-1762678800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatmahill-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PXL_20251109_034205958.MP_-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T131943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T111759Z UID:6086-1762671600-1762678800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ucharpi\, Mehsana\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ucharpi-mehsana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251109_075443-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T090609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T101951Z UID:6030-1762671600-1762678800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kerwa Jungle Camp\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kerwa-jungle-camp-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Scanned_20251109-1524-13-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T135353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T101505Z UID:6095-1762670700-1762678800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poaama Nursery\, Chhindwara (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poaama-nursery-chhindwara-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG20251109080435-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T134645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T100945Z UID:6092-1762669800-1762680600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland- Bisankhedi Village\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bisankhedi-bhopal-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251109_0821122-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251029T082059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T082928Z UID:6116-1762668000-1762678800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Koti\, Solan\, HP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-koti-solan-hp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251109_100604-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T080000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T093339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T104722Z UID:6042-1762668000-1762675200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-city-forest-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-09-at-09.40.46-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251109T073000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251029T074513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T113321Z UID:6111-1762666200-1762673400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sumoni Gaon\, Golaghat\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sumoni-gaon-golaghat/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251109-WA01061.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T072216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T094448Z UID:6010-1762596000-1762603200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Nature Park Taratala\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-taratala-naturepark-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251108-WA0002-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251108T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T111027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T110630Z UID:6079-1762585200-1762592400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jiwaji University Campus\, Gwalior (M.P.) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gwalior-near-sant-kanwar-ram-school/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-12-at-3.47.15-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T062656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T123344Z UID:5994-1762070400-1762077600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Dam Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-dam1/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_8063-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T070920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T123757Z UID:6006-1762065000-1762072200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Jambhira Dam (Deuli) Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-jambira-dam-deuli-mayurbhanj-odisha2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251102-WA0007-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251102T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251027T065443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T083432Z UID:6001-1762065000-1762072200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Doddanekundi Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-doddanekundi-kere-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PXL_20251102_023140121-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251013T175001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T113813Z UID:5798-1761462000-1761469200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rajiv Smriti Van Raipur DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rajiv-smriti-van-raipur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251026_071949-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251026T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T042045 CREATED:20251021T062038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T114847Z UID:5923-1761460200-1761471000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland- Bhilkheda\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Ruse dam\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Khairagarh\n \n \n \n \n 7 December\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Prateek Thakur\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam near Khairagarh in Chhattisgarh sits like a quiet water mirror framed by fields\, low hills\, and scattered woodland—an inviting blend of open reservoir\, grassy edges\, and scrub habitat. For nearby villages\, the dam has long been a lifeline\, supporting irrigation\, local fisheries\, and a cooler microclimate during the harsh summer months. Its calm expanse attracts walkers\, picnickers\, and nature lovers\, becoming a small but meaningful recreational space that connects people to their landscape. \n \n \n \n Ecologically\, the dam has grown into a dependable refuge for birds and other wildlife. The mix of deep water and shallow muddy stretches supports herons\, egrets\, storks\, terns\, and winter visitors that follow India’s inland wetland network. Raptors patrol the surrounding farmland\, while kingfishers and wagtails animate the shorelines. Yet\, like many semi-urban waterbodies\, Chhidari Dam faces pressures—siltation\, plastic waste\, unregulated fishing\, and encroaching agriculture gradually nibble at its ecological health. With community-led clean-ups\, controlled fishing\, shoreline vegetation protection\, and simple awareness efforts\, the dam could continue to thrive as a shared ecological treasure for Khairagarh and a rich birding spot for years to come. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Pratik ThakurThis bird guide is based on over five years of dedicated birdwatching experience\, documenting more than 280 bird species from the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Chhidari Dam \n \n \n \n Chhidari Dam welcomes a lively mix of waterbirds\, waders\, and farmland species\, making it a dependable birding pocket around Khairagarh. Along the damp edges\, Little Ringed Plovers\, Red-wattled Lapwings\, Pond Herons\, and the elegant Purple Heron patrol the shallows\, while the open waters attract Lesser Whistling-Ducks\, Spot-billed Ducks\, Gadwalls\, Tufted Ducks\, and the sturdy Openbill Stork. Cormorants—both Little and Indian—often gather on exposed rocks or bamboo poles\, and the ever-active Little and Intermediate Egrets stitch bright white threads across the reservoir. On the surrounding grasslands and fields\, Paddyfield Pipits\, Plain Prinias\, White-browed Wagtails\, and the iridescent Purple Sunbird add movement and colour\, with the gentle Red-collared Dove completing the scene. Together\, these species make Chhidari Dam a compact but rich haven for bird enthusiasts. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Spot-billed Pelican \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Little-ringed Plover \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Gadwall \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \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 at Ruse Dam\, Chhattisgarh\, led by Prateek Thakur\, brought together a small yet enthusiastic group of three participants for a highly rewarding morning. Ruse Wetland is the only site in the region known for sightings of the Common Crane\, and with four individuals spotted just two weeks earlier\, the walk was shifted to this location in hopes of seeing them again. Although the cranes remained elusive\, the group recorded an impressive 51 bird species\, making the session exceptionally rich and engaging. \n \n \n \n The walk was filled with memorable wildlife moments\, including a Spotted Owl resting inside a tree hole\, a Black Kite displaying aggressive behaviour toward a Honey Buzzard\, and a dramatic hunting party of over 100 Cormorants. The group also managed to photograph the rarely seen House Martin\, a challenging and uncommon sighting. Adding to the excitement was the appearance of the Vulnerable River Tern\, and the undeniable highlight—a Lesser Black-backed Gull\, a species rarely recorded in Chhattisgarh and spotted in the state after five years. The morning was alive with bird calls\, unique behaviours\, and remarkable sightings\, making it an unforgettable experience for all who joined. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhilkheda-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20251026-WA0034-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR