BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ataavi 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:20251005T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251005T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250929T062701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T063404Z UID:5427-1759645800-1759653000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-bhopal-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20251005-WA0069-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250928T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250928T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250915T093840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T083705Z UID:5415-1759042800-1759050000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Doddanekundi Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250928_072308_HDR-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250928T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250928T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250905T075414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T134410Z UID:5305-1759041000-1759051800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidikhon Wildlife Sanctuary\, Narsinghgarh (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-chidikhon-wls-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250928-WA0002.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250912T082636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T084222Z UID:5409-1758438000-1758445200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Y point\, University Campus\, Chh. Sambhajinagar DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-y-point-chhsambhajinagar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/DSC_0139-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250909T074138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T083438Z UID:5367-1758438000-1758445200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Jambira Dam (Deuli) Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-jambhari-dam-deuli-mayurbhanj-odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250921-WA0117-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250904T074032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T082856Z UID:5277-1758438000-1758445200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Agacaim Mudflats\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-agacaim-mudflats-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250921-WA0114-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250904T073905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T073637Z UID:5255-1758438000-1758445200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poaama Nursery\, Chhindwara (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250921-WA0044-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250905T073728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T091838Z UID:5321-1758436200-1758443400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Smriti Van\, Sikar (Rajasthan) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-smritivan-sikar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG-20250921-WA0043.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250904T073516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T072157Z UID:5270-1758436200-1758443400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-igrms-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250921-WA0064-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250921T080000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080916 CREATED:20250909T073443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T124346Z UID:5360-1758434400-1758441600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pattikonda Reserve Forest\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-pattikonda-rf-ap/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG20250921063402-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250906T073349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T123032Z UID:5350-1757833200-1757840400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-pashan-lake-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250914_081834034_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250904T073139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T094546Z UID:5241-1757833200-1757840400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250914-WA0005.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250905T073016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T120142Z UID:5313-1757831400-1757842200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharajpura\, Gwalior (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-maharajpur-gwalior-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20250914-WA0073-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250914T093000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250904T073036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T095856Z UID:5248-1757831400-1757842200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-bhopal-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250914_080012-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250907T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250907T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250901T120620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T113949Z UID:5232-1757228400-1757235600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sukhna Lake\, Aurangabad\, MH DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-lake-aurangabad-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250907_080108941-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250901T112714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T105420Z UID:5226-1757142000-1757149200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sylvan Biodiversity Forest\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-sylvan-forest-jaipur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG20250906084051-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250906T080000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250901T101308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T094751Z UID:5109-1757138400-1757145600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gangampalli Forest\, Puttaparthi\, Sathya Sai\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-gangamapally_forest_ap/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_20250906_073202863-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250818T065142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T083758Z UID:5060-1756621800-1756629000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Saul Kere\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-saul-kere-blr/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PXL_20250831_022725993-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250812T074825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T082010Z UID:5034-1756621800-1756629000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Similipal\, Baripada\, Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-similipal_baripada_mayurbhanj_odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG-20250831-WA0015-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250831T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250724T105839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T070813Z UID:4871-1756621800-1756629000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Astha Kunj Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-astha-kunj-park-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_2136-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250830T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250830T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250813T070501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T064411Z UID:5047-1756540800-1756548000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at AJC Bose Botanical Garden\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-ajc-bose-botanical-garden-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG-20250830-WA0000.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250724T105709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T063009Z UID:4951-1756018800-1756026000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Lake Nagpur DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-gorewada_lake_nagpur/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250824095317-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250824T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250720T072442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T061307Z UID:4804-1756018800-1756026000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ganjeshwari Temple\, Bondla\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-ganjeshwari-temple-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250824080910-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250719T072452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T060901Z UID:4879-1755419400-1755428400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DSCN8788-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250817T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250719T072319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T110042Z UID:4855-1755414900-1755421200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-bhamori-forest-plantation-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250817-WA0037-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250718T072250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T110920Z UID:4830-1754810100-1754816400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mhatoba Hill (Tekdi)\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-mhatoba-hill-pune/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_20250810_075704590_HDR_AE-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T083000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250717T070037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T120551Z UID:4782-1754807400-1754814600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van City Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250810-WA0004.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250810T090000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250718T072126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T114501Z UID:4790-1754805600-1754816400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Amanikere\, Tumakuru\, KA DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-amanikere-tumkuru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG-20250810-WA0006-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250716T092611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T093725Z UID:4761-1754236800-1754244000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG20250803174158-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250803T180000 DTSTAMP:20260526T080917 CREATED:20250716T072747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T095150Z UID:4773-1754236800-1754244000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Shahpura Lake\, Bhopal (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front Kolkata \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kokata\n \n \n \n \n 25 October\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Princep Ghat Hoogly River Front \n \n \n \n Princep Ghat on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata is an urban riverfront habitat — a stretch of riverine water\, riparian strips\, and adjoining built and green urban areas. Birds here include riverine species (kingfishers\, river terns\, cormorants\, egrets\, gulls)\, migratory waterfowl in winter\, and urban edge species (pigeons\, mynas\, warblers). The stretch may not be deep forest\, but it has significance as an urban green-water interface. \n \n \n \n Threats are heavy pollution of the river\, disturbance (boats\, riverside traffic)\, light and noise pollution\, bank erosion\, loss of riparian vegetation\, and solid waste dumping. Conservation could involve cleaning river water\, planting riparian vegetation\, creating bird-friendly embankments\, controlling disturbance especially during migration\, and educating the public to value the riverfront as a biodiversity zone within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Princep Ghat \n \n \n \n At the Princep Ghat stretch of the Hooghly riverfront\, common riverine/waterbird species frequently recorded on eBird in the Kolkata / Hooghly corridor include Little Cormorant\, Oriental Darter\, River Tern\, Black-headed Ibis\, Indian Pond Heron\, Little Egret\, Intermediate Egret\, Pied Kingfisher\, White-throated Kingfisher\, Common Kingfisher\, Black Kite (scavenger over water)\, Rock Pigeon\, White-throated Munia\, Bank Myna\, Red-vented Bulbul\, Spotted Dove\, Asian Koel\, Barn Swallow\, Pied Bush Chat\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, Eastern Kingbird (in migration)\, and River Lapwing in shallow banks.\n\nIn winter\, migratory ducks or shorebirds may appear along sandbanks\, and species like Great Egret\, Spot-billed Pelican\, and Openbill may also be seen upstream. \n \n \n \n \n Yellow-footed Green-Pigeon \n \n \n \n Black-rumped Flameback \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Black-hooded Oriole \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n House Crow \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Spotted Owlet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Prinsep Ghat\, led by Tirthankar\, witnessed an enthusiastic participation of 20 bird lovers\, including several first-time birders. The group recorded over 30 bird species\, with highlights such as the Taiga Flycatcher and Black-hooded Oriole. The serene riverside setting and the early morning atmosphere made the experience both refreshing and engaging for all participants. \n \n \n \n The guided session offered valuable insights into bird identification\, behavior\, and the significance of birdwatching as a tool for conservation. Beginners especially appreciated the hands-on approach\, which helped them develop a deeper connection with nature and understand the vital role of birds in maintaining ecological balance. The walk served as a wonderful introduction to the world of birds and inspired many to continue exploring the joys of birding. \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-shahpura-lake-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cb738c15-8433-4009-afc0-810b5cedd7ba.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR