BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.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:20260412T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T110042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T064150Z UID:10990-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at CG City Ekana Wetlands\, Lucknow\, UP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ekana-wetlands-lucknow-up-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-6-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T083000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T084602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T055421Z UID:10843-1775975400-1775982600@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hessarghata Lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hessarghata-lake-bangalore-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_9984-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T081500 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T092052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T105739Z UID:11117-1775974500-1775981700@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasota Dam View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasota-dam-view-point-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260413-WA0121-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260420T075339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T080515Z UID:11767-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at KMS Farms for Dayananda Sagar Business Academy\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-dayananda-sagar-business-academy-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-09.35.51.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T101211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T151311Z UID:11128-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Downstream of Gandhisagar Dam\, Mandsaur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gandhisagar-dam-mandsaur-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG20260412090615-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T080924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T104923Z UID:11078-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Barwala Bird Sanctuary\, Panchkula\, Haryana DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-barwala-bs-panchkula-haryana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1295-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T131011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T145912Z UID:11050-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sarmoli Village\, Munsiyari\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sarmoli-village-munsiyari-uk/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260412-WA0006.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T105459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T065514Z UID:10982-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra Jalashay\, Ramsar Site\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-jalashay-ramsar-site-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-1.41.16-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T100734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T063102Z UID:10895-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantapura National Park\, Anantapura\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantapura-national-park-anantapura-andhra-pradesh2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-5-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T083531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T051833Z UID:10837-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T081135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T102012Z UID:10832-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Fishing Lake\, Asika\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-fishing-lake-asika-odisha-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260412-WA0010-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260412T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T045318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T110155Z UID:10807-1775973600-1775980800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nevta Lake & Dam\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nevta-lake-jaipur-rajasthan-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-13-at-12.14.46-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260420T070336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T071028Z UID:11728-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Multi-college Bird Walk with Cre'active' Trust DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/multi-college-bird-walk-creactive-trust/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/f-8-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T083438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T095852Z UID:11087-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260411_074710.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T044349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094628Z UID:10802-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhopar Grasslands\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhopar-grasslands-thane-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260411-WA00901-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T042820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T150519Z UID:10796-1775890800-1775898000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-lake-goa-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260412-WA0038.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T084500 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T082100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T094003Z UID:11082-1775889900-1775897100@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Poomala Dam\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-poomala-dam-thrissur-kerala-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-11-at-7.25.37-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T083000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T090646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T101054Z UID:11105-1775889000-1775896200@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Japanese Garden\, Seminary Hills\, Nagpur DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-japanese-garden-seminary-hills-nagpur-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PXL_20260411_032044391.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T083000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260403T052920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T095225Z UID:10818-1775889000-1775896200@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddanekundi Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddanekundi-lake-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PXL_20260411_020220511-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T054000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260411T075000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260406T085413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T100802Z UID:11095-1775886000-1775893800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kipling Trek Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kipling-trek-dehradun-uttarakhand-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_0600-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260326T153635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T093658Z UID:10634-1775406600-1775413800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-mumbai-6/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260405_234618_466.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T093000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260327T062545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T132823Z UID:10669-1775374200-1775381400@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Kattery Park\, Conoor\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kattery-park-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-05-at-1.34.59-PM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260327T065041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T061335Z UID:10684-1775372400-1775379600@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at ARAI Hills\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-arai-hills-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260405-WA0035.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260326T162200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T060707Z UID:10662-1775372400-1775379600@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Halali Dam\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-halali-dam-bhopal-mp-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260405-WA0058-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260326T154752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T131606Z UID:10640-1775372400-1775379600@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hutridurga Hill\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hutridurga-hill-bng-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG20260405094946-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T083000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260327T074434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T130228Z UID:10710-1775370600-1775377800@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewda-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-05-at-11.46.45-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260327T092247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T061947Z UID:10723-1775368800-1775376000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Harkot Forest\, Munsiyari\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-harkot-forest-munsiyari-uttarakhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260405-WA0000.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260405T080000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260327T071735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T134104Z UID:10701-1775368800-1775376000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kahuapani forest\, Dongargarh\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kahuapani-dongargarh-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260405-WA0004.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260404T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260404T093000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260327T065154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T124036Z UID:10686-1775287800-1775295000@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chintaamani-kar-bird-sanctuary-kolkata2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/P1020283.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260404T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260404T090000 DTSTAMP:20260501T012817 CREATED:20260410T103215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T103912Z UID:11377-1775286000-1775293200@ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk for Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Kolkata\, WB \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kolkata\n \n \n \n \n 18 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Tirthankar Roy Chowdhury\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, located in the heart of South Kolkata\, West Bengal\, is a tranquil urban oasis that offers a rich blend of ecological diversity and cultural legacy. Originally developed in the 1920s as part of a large-scale urban beautification project\, the lake is also known as Dhakuria Lake—was named in honor of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. \n \n \n \n Enveloped by lush greenery and dotted with islands\,\nthe lake has long been a beloved destination for\nmorning walkers\, birdwatchers\, and nature enthusiasts. The lake has evolved into a crucial green lung for the\ncity\, supporting a wide range of birdlife\, particularly\nduring the migratory season. With its mosaic of\nhabitats\, calm waters\, dense groves\, and aquatic\nvegetation- the lake sustains a delicate urban\necosystem. Beyond its environmental importance\, the\nlake area also houses cultural institutions\, historic\nclubs\, and open-air theatres\, reinforcing its role as\nboth an ecological and cultural landmark. Its tree-lined\npaths and reflective waters invite quiet reflection\,\ncommunity gatherings\, and nature appreciation within\nthe urban bustle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Tirthankar Roy ChowdhuryBy profession he is an IT Engineer\, at heart a nature enthusiast. He finds joy in observing life in all its forms- from tiny fungi to soaring birds. He lead nature walks that welcome everyone\, inspiring children\, underpriviledged and specially abled to discover the wonder of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of Rabindra Sarobar Lake \n \n \n \n Rabindra Sarobar hosts a rich variety of wetland birds like Little Cormorant\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, Painted Stork\, Eurasian Moorhen\, and Oriental Darter. Occasional visitors include the Stork-billed Kingfisher\, Asian Openbill\, and Bronze-winged Jacana\, making the lake a vibrant spot for waterbird sightings. In winter migration time\, many flycatchers visit the lake like Asian Brown Flycatcher\, Blue-throated Flycatcher\, Indian Paradise Flycatcher. \n \n \n \n Its green surroundings attract woodland and garden\nbirds such as Asian Koel\, Rose-ringed Parakeet\, Rufous\nTreepie\, and Lineated Barbet. Raptors like the Black\nKite and Shikra\, along with Spotted Owlet\, Purple\nSunbird\, and Oriental Magpie-Robin\, make it a\nrewarding destination for birdwatchers year-round. \n \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Black-crowned Night Heron \n \n \n \n Indian Paradise Flycatcher \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Painted Stork \n \n \n \n Indian Cormorant \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Orange-headed Thrush \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Oriental Darter \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n House Sparrow \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Common Tailorbird \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 explored three distinct habitats—dense park vegetation\, ponds\, and a lake—demonstrating how different ecosystems support different bird species. Around 35 species were recorded\, including Painted Storks\, Oriental Darter\, Grey Heron\, and Black-crowned Night Heron. \n \n \n \n A highlight was spotting the migratory Large-billed Leaf Warbler\, along with close encounters of birds like darters fishing nearby. For many first-time birders\, the proximity and diversity of sightings made the experience particularly exciting and memorable. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-for-jyoti-nivas-college-autonomous-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ataavi-bird-prod.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-04-at-09.42.42.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR