BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260401T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260401T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260403T111707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T112419Z UID:10999-1775023200-1775030400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at SSB Sure Shot Academy\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-ssb-sure-shot-academy-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-2-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T103000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260403T105907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T110412Z UID:10970-1774773000-1774780200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk for International Veterinary Students' Association\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-ivsa-mumbai/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T103000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260324T082621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T101550Z UID:10536-1774773000-1774780200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Botanical Garden\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-botanical-garden-kolkata-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260403T104146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T104657Z UID:10951-1774767600-1774774800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at University of Kota\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-university-of-kota-rj/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T084500 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260324T095450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T103959Z UID:10548-1774766700-1774773900@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-3-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-30-at-11.36.23-AM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T083000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260319T092232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T105116Z UID:10283-1774765800-1774773000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhamori Forest Plantation\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260329-WA0041-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260329T083000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260312T075438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T103049Z UID:10076-1774765800-1774773000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sumoni\, Golaghat\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sumoni-golaghat-assam3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260329-WA0092-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T174500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T194500 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260319T093432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T102111Z UID:10289-1774719900-1774727100@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sirsaim\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-sirsaim-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-28-at-9.52.18-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T093000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260319T135652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T095633Z UID:10426-1774683000-1774690200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Joka Wetlands\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-joka-wetland-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-28-at-2.58.56-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260323T084402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T095142Z UID:10471-1774681200-1774688400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Haji Malang\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-haji-malang-thane-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260328-WA0107.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T084500 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260324T094837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T094354Z UID:10544-1774680300-1774687500@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-kadamakkudy-wetlands-ernakulam-kerala3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EE2186EC-5CBA-4A0F-A5FB-BE200E04CE3D-Syam-Sukumaran-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260328T073000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260319T143020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T093604Z UID:10434-1774675800-1774683000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Madan Mahal Hills\, Jabalpur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-madan-mahal-hills-jabalpur-mp-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-29-at-1.35.15-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260327T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260327T083000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260403T103124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T103529Z UID:10926-1774593000-1774600200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Govt. Nehru PG College\, Dongargarh\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-govt-nehru-pg-college-ch/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260326T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260326T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260421T120823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T121031Z UID:11966-1774504800-1774512000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gora Gaon\, Ramsar Site\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-gora-gaon-ramsar-site-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/painted-snipe.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260323T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260323T083000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260323T112210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T113020Z UID:10525-1774247400-1774254600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-delhi-skill-and-entrpreneurship-university/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260313T110344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T055726Z UID:10202-1774195200-1774202400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-18.06.57.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T093000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260313T110946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T055310Z UID:10214-1774164600-1774171800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at BNHS Conservation Education Centre\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-conservation-education-centre-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260322-WA0127-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260317T082350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T054708Z UID:10272-1774162800-1774170000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Dihing-Patkai National Park\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-dihing-patkai-national-park-assam/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-12.21.42-PM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260316T123312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T054301Z UID:10252-1774162800-1774170000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Mettupalayam\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-mettupalayam-coimbatore-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-12.40.48-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260312T074104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T053610Z UID:10069-1774162800-1774170000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-kadamakkudy-wetlands-ernakulum-kerala2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-23-at-12.20.35-PM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T083000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260313T060113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T053054Z UID:10088-1774161000-1774168200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muhana grasslands\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-muhana-grasslands-jaipur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-19.56.30.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T080000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260317T072120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T122948Z UID:10265-1774159200-1774166400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-zilmili-lake-gondia-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260322_062158-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T054500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T074500 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260316T121932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T114241Z UID:10248-1774158300-1774165500@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagalhat Nala\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-nagalhat-nala-dehradun-uttarakhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-10.55.56.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260313T065033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113758Z UID:10097-1774083600-1774090800@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mohadi falls and Tincha Falls\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-mohadi-tincha-falls-indore-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260321-WA0002.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260318T081506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113027Z UID:10274-1774076400-1774083600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Kuruvigere Village\, Bengaluru (World Sparrow Day) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-doddaballapura-kuruvigere-village-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG20260321072300-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260312T080829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T104403Z UID:10082-1774076400-1774083600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar University\, Chh. Sambhajinagar DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-babasaheb-amedkar-university-campus-chh-sambhajinagar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260321-WA0010.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260320T083000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102614 CREATED:20260323T111148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T111638Z UID:10516-1773988200-1773995400@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at New Govt. Girls College\, Khairagarh\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-new-govt-girls-college-ch/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T180000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102615 CREATED:20260306T110113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T115714Z UID:9917-1773590400-1773597600@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-15-at-18.43.06.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T213000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102615 CREATED:20260304T072052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T123358Z UID:9833-1773559800-1773610200@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \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-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-19-at-17.59.18-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000 DTSTAMP:20260429T102615 CREATED:20260309T080111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T114813Z UID:9998-1773559800-1773567000@079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Safari Park\, Kolkata\, West Bengal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengaluru\n \n \n \n \n 11 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Manoj G.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake in Bengaluru\, India is one of the city’s noteworthy urban wetlands\, spreading across approximately 47 hectares (around 137 acres) and nestled in the Doddanekundi/KR Puram area. Once framed by native grasslands\, acacia patches and silver oaks\, this lake historically supported a mosaic of habitats including open water\, reedbeds and scrub fringes thus\, creating ideal niches for aquatic life and terrestrial plants alike. The waters and surrounding green edges attract a rich variety of flora and fauna\, from wetland vegetation to birds and insects\, making it a favourite destination for nature lovers and birder communities who regularly tally species in the hundreds. Today\, birders report sightings of herons\, egrets\, painted storks\, spot-billed pelicans\, lesser whistling ducks\, cormorants\, darters\, kingfishers and ibises\, alongside resident woodland species like parakeets\, barbets and sunbirds that enliven the scrub and trees around the lake. \n \n \n \n Despite its attractiveness for walking\, jogging and birdwatching\, Doddanekundi Lake faces significant conservation challenges. Like many Bengaluru waterbodies\, it has suffered from untreated sewage inflows\, weed proliferation (notably water hyacinth)\, and degrading water quality\, which have reduced fish stocks and shrunk habitats critical for waterbirds and other wildlife. Unchecked pollution has at times transformed once-thriving wetlands into stagnant\, smelly patches\, leading to sharp declines in migratory visitors and calling into question the future of this urban ecosystem. Local activists and residents argue that simple measures like periodic de-weeding are insufficient without robust sewage treatment and habitat management\, and call for sustained community engagement\, scientific restoration and protection to preserve the lake’s biodiversity and its role as a green lung in a rapidly urbanising landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - ManojManoj is an avid nature enthusiast who can recognise a wide range of bird species\, a skill honed through two years of regular birding practice. Adventurous at heart\, he is deeply interested in wildlife and spends his time herping\, birding\, photography\, bike rides\, trekking\, and hiking\, always seeking new ways to explore and connect with the natural world. \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 Doddanekundi Lake \n \n \n \n Doddanekundi Lake is a rewarding hotspot for birdwatchers\, hosting an impressive 208 bird species across seasons\, with many familiar and charismatic residents seen year-round. The calm waters are frequented by Indian Spot-billed Ducks\, Little and Indian Cormorants\, Black-headed Ibises\, and elegant herons such as Indian Pond Heron\, Grey Heron\, Purple Heron\, and Little Egret\, while the skies above are patrolled by Black Kites and the striking Brahminy Kite. Woodland edges and scrub come alive with calls of the Asian Koel\, Spotted Dove\, White-cheeked Barbet\, and the vibrant parakeets—Rose-ringed and Alexandrine. Flashy White-throated Kingfishers perch near the water\, Black Drongos and House Crows dominate open spaces\, and smaller songbirds like Ashy Prinia\, Common Tailorbird\, Red-whiskered and Red-vented Bulbuls\, Common Myna\, Purple Sunbird\, Purple-rumped Sunbird\, and the graceful White-browed Wagtail add constant movement and colour. Together\, these species make the lake a dynamic\, ever-changing stage for birdlife\, reflecting the rich biodiversity that still survives within Bengaluru’s urban landscape. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Black Drongo \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Purple-rumped Sunbird \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n This walk showcased the richness of an urban wetland ecosystem\, with 42 species recorded. Participants observed a wide range of waterbirds including Oriental Darter\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Spoonbill\, and Spot-billed Pelican\, along with terrestrial species like Golden Oriole and Purple Sunbird. \n \n \n \n Standout moments included capturing both Common and White-throated Kingfishers together\, along with sightings of a Checkered Keelback snake and a nesting Black Drongo. Hands-on learning\, such as examining feather types\, added depth to the experience\, making it both educational and exciting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarobar-safari-park-kolkata-wb2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://079de6d7-41c5-454b-96aa-6f38bde5c651.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/10.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR