BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mail.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:20260322T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045958 CREATED:20260317T082350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T054708Z UID:10272-1774162800-1774170000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Dihing-Patkai National Park\, Assam DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dihing-patkai-national-park-assam/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-12.21.42-PM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045958 CREATED:20260316T123312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T054301Z UID:10252-1774162800-1774170000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Mettupalayam\, Coimbatore\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mettupalayam-coimbatore-tamil-nadu/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-12.40.48-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045958 CREATED:20260312T074104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T053610Z UID:10069-1774162800-1774170000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Ernakulam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-ernakulum-kerala2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-23-at-12.20.35-PM-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260313T060113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T053054Z UID:10088-1774161000-1774168200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Muhana grasslands\, Jaipur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-muhana-grasslands-jaipur-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-19.56.30.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260317T072120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T122948Z UID:10265-1774159200-1774166400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Zilmili Lake\, Gondia\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-zilmili-lake-gondia-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260322_062158-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T054500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260322T074500 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260316T121932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T114241Z UID:10248-1774158300-1774165500@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagalhat Nala\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagalhat-nala-dehradun-uttarakhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-22-at-10.55.56.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260313T065033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113758Z UID:10097-1774083600-1774090800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mohadi falls and Tincha Falls\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mohadi-tincha-falls-indore-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260321-WA0002.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260318T081506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T113027Z UID:10274-1774076400-1774083600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura - Kuruvigere Village\, Bengaluru (World Sparrow Day) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddaballapura-kuruvigere-village-bengaluru-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG20260321072300-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260321T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260312T080829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T104403Z UID:10082-1774076400-1774083600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar University\, Chh. Sambhajinagar DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-babasaheb-amedkar-university-campus-chh-sambhajinagar/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260321-WA0010.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T180000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260306T110113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T115714Z UID:9917-1773590400-1773597600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lodhi Garden\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lodhi-garden-new-delhi-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-15-at-18.43.06.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T213000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260304T072052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T123358Z UID:9833-1773559800-1773610200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-19-at-17.59.18-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T080111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T114813Z UID:9998-1773559800-1773567000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Safari Park\, Kolkata\, West Bengal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarobar-safari-park-kolkata-wb2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260305T063721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T113942Z UID:9844-1773559800-1773567000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Sims Park\, Conoor\, Tamil Nadu DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sims-park-conoor-tamil-nadu-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-15-at-10.07.52.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260304T073541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T113332Z UID:9837-1773559800-1773567000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260315_091539926.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260310T062736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T060757Z UID:10048-1773558000-1773565200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC04869.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T081535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T110508Z UID:10004-1773558000-1773565200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vadavali\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vadavali-thane-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260315-WA00801-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260306T064626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T105934Z UID:9909-1773558000-1773565200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidikhon Wildlife Sanctuary\, Narsinghgarh (MP) DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chidikhon-wildlife-sanctuary-narsinghgarh-mp2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-15-at-12.21.44.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260306T062950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T105517Z UID:9898-1773558000-1773565200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sondekoppa Lake\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sondekoppa-lake-bangalore-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG20260315071144-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260304T070806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103911Z UID:9827-1773558000-1773565200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260315_072923-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T144914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103518Z UID:10026-1773556200-1773563400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vaderahalli Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vaderahalli-lake-bengaluru-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PXL_20260315_020518958-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260315T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T073831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T103017Z UID:9987-1773556200-1773563400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhilkheda Village Bhoj Wetland\, Ramser Site \, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhilheda-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_20260315_073310-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T210000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T072317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T102233Z UID:9979-1773471600-1773522000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Love Kush Vatika\, Dholpur\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-love-kush-vatika-dholpur-rajasthan-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-14-at-09.46.32.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T101714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T101554Z UID:10020-1773471600-1773478800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mallathahalli Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mallathahalli-lake-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-19-at-3.39.13 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260314T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260309T162856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T100658Z UID:10032-1773468000-1773475200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagalhat Nala\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagalhat-nala-dehradun/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_9325-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T100000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260225T085636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T132758Z UID:9480-1772956800-1772964000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-mumbai-maharashtra-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Image-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260302T071001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T095140Z UID:9780-1772955000-1772962200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Ram - Mula Confluence and Devrai\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ram-mula-confluence-and-devrai-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-08-at-12.45.49-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260227T110444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093748Z UID:9684-1772955000-1772962200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Halali Dam\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-halali-dam-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-08-at-3.10.39-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260226T080256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T093434Z UID:9504-1772955000-1772962200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\,Belapur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-parkbelapur-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-09-at-10.08.03-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260302T064002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T060845Z UID:9770-1772953200-1772960400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260308-WA0139-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T064500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260308T084500 DTSTAMP:20260531T045959 CREATED:20260227T105346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T094254Z UID:9679-1772952300-1772959500@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasota Dam View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n New Delhi\n \n \n \n \n 4 April\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Anjali Bhardwaj\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is one of New Delhi’s largest and most important urban forests\, spread over about 780 hectares along the southern edge of the city near the Aravalli ridge. The landscape is dominated by dry deciduous and thorn scrub forest\, interspersed with rocky outcrops\, seasonal streams\, grasslands\, and small wetlands that fill during the monsoon. Native flora such as dhok\, babool\, neem\, peepal\, banyan\, and ber coexist with plantations and regenerating scrub\, creating a complex mosaic of habitats. This diversity supports a wide range of fauna\, including mammals like nilgai\, golden jackal\, Indian hare\, and mongoose\, along with reptiles\, butterflies\, and other invertebrates. Sanjay Van is also a celebrated birding hotspot\, recording well over 200 bird species\, with resident woodland birds\, winter migrants\, and passage migrants making it a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers. \n \n \n \n Despite its ecological value\, Sanjay Van faces significant conservation challenges typical of urban forests. Pressures from encroachment\, unregulated construction\, invasive plant species\, waste dumping\, feral dogs\, and heavy human footfall threaten habitat quality and wildlife movement. Fragmentation of forest patches and disturbance near nesting and foraging areas can impact sensitive species\, while groundwater depletion affects seasonal wetlands. Conservation efforts focus on protecting native vegetation\, controlling invasive species\, restoring water bodies\, and promoting responsible public use through awareness and community involvement. Safeguarding Sanjay Van is critical not only for its biodiversity\, but also for its role as a green lung that moderates climate\, supports groundwater recharge\, and offers Delhi residents a rare connection to natural wilderness within the city. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Anjali BhardwajA passionate birder and researcher\, I am currently a PhD scholar in biogeography at Jamia Millia Islamia with 3.5 years of experience studying urban birdlife in Delhi.\nMy work focuses on bird occupancy\, vocalisations\, and their relationship with tree species\,combining field birding with research to offer deeper\, more insightful birding experiences. \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 Sanjay Van \n \n \n \n Sanjay Van is a vibrant birding refuge in the heart of New Delhi\, with 224 bird species recorded\, and even a short walk can reveal an impressive mix of woodland\, grassland\, and wetland birds. Seasonal waterbodies attract Indian Spot-billed Duck\, Eurasian Moorhen\, Eurasian Coot\, and elegant Black-winged Stilts\, while open areas and forest edges are watched over by the hovering Black-winged Kite. The trees and scrub resonate with familiar calls of Indian Peafowl\, Rose-ringed and Alexandrine Parakeets\, along with Rock Pigeon\, Eurasian Collared-Dove\, and Laughing Dove. The undergrowth comes alive with small insectivores such as the Common Tailorbird\, Yellow-bellied Prinia\, and winter visitors like the Taiga Flycatcher\, while the social chatter of Jungle Babblers\, Common Mynas\, and House Crows fills the forest air. Adding melody and colour are birds like the Oriental Magpie-Robin\, Red-whiskered Bulbul\, and Red-vented Bulbul\, making Sanjay Van a rewarding destination for both casual visitors and dedicated birdwatchers alike. \n \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-billed Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Peafowl \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Black-winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n Red-vented Bulbul \n \n \n \n Eurasian-collared Dove \n \n \n \n Jungle Babbler \n \n \n \n Grey Francolin \n \n \n \n Common Myna \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Purple Sunbird \n \n \n \n Rufous Treepie \n \n \n \n Oriental Honey Buzzard \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Grey-breasted Prinia \n \n \n \n Ashy Prinia \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 At Sanjay Van\, Delhi\, a large group of 24 participants joined Anjali Bhardwaj for an engaging bird walk that recorded 29 species despite challenging foggy conditions. The walk covered a mix of woody patches and water bodies\, providing diverse habitats for birdlife. \n \n \n \n Two key moments defined the experience—witnessing an Indian Grey Hornbill sealing its nest cavity and observing a Red-whiskered Bulbul perched prominently for all to see. Participants\, many of whom were beginners\, found the session highly interactive and informative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasota-dam-river-view-bhopal-mp3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_20260308_083335-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR