BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ataavi X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://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:20260524T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260519T065738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T091449Z UID:12858-1779604200-1779611400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatma-hill-pune-maharashtra-6/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-24-at-11.24.16-AM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260518T124045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T083648Z UID:12806-1779604200-1779611400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-maharashtra-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_20260524_073045-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260519T063332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T084124Z UID:12849-1779602400-1779609600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_7531-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260518T130631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T084558Z UID:12819-1779602400-1779609600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Baradari\, Anasagar lake\, Ajmer Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-baradari-anasagar-lakefront-ajmer-rajasthan/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-24-at-09.53.38_result_result-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260518T122139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T090758Z UID:12798-1779602400-1779609600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mullur lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mullur-lake-bengaluru/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260524-WA0006.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260515T103432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T091238Z UID:12792-1779602400-1779609600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khalanga Reserve Forest\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khalanga-reserve-forest-dehradun-uttarakhand2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-24-at-3.35.45-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260513T125056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T092443Z UID:12786-1779602400-1779609600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravalli-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260524-WA0075-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260524T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260513T113705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T084832Z UID:12775-1779602400-1779609600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Rachanamadu (Near Valley School)\, Bangalore DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rachanamadu-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_6520-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260518T135255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T091637Z UID:12828-1779521400-1779528600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Barvi Forest Range\, Thane Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-barvi-fr-thane-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-23-at-8.10.24-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T210000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260518T134126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T083905Z UID:12823-1779519600-1779570000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260523-WA0042.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T081500 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260518T142843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T072040Z UID:12834-1779516900-1779524100@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Byatrayanadoddi lake\, Bangalore\, Karnataka DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-byatrayanadoddi-lake-bangalore-karnataka/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-28-at-12.43.17 PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260523T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260513T124724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T091011Z UID:12782-1779516000-1779523200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-6/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG20260523075024-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T183000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260512T085238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T105231Z UID:12620-1779035400-1779042600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vadavali\, Thane\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vadavali-thane-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260518-WA01071-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T180000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T105800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T110641Z UID:12580-1779033600-1779040800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at NRI Pond\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nri-pond-navi-mumbai-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-18-at-08.43.50.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T093000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T113000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260512T082859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T105616Z UID:12613-1779010200-1779017400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan and Zoo\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-veermata-jijabai-bhosale-botanical-udyan-and-zoo-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260517-WA0046-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260512T081115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T110217Z UID:12605-1779001200-1779008400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at ARAI Hills\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-arai-hills-pune-maharashtra-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-17-at-13.57.19.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T101049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T131324Z UID:12565-1779001200-1779008400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pashan Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pashan-lake-pune-maharashtra-7/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_5261.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T095449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T131729Z UID:12559-1779001200-1779008400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kanifnath Mandir\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kanifnath-mandir-pune-maharashtra-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-17-at-09.25.11.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T102114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T112137Z UID:12569-1778999400-1779006600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-maharashtra4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-17-at-11.10.39.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T081500 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T103520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T111450Z UID:12574-1778998500-1779005700@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhaisajhar Forest\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhaisajhar-forest-bilaspur-chhattisgarh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/dad23b33-fb04-4450-b4c5-402f7aab9296.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T081500 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T070559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T130726Z UID:12539-1778998500-1779005700@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_20260517_080900579.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260517T073000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T071648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T132047Z UID:12546-1778995800-1779003000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Janeshwar Mishra Park\, Lucknow DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-janeshwar-mishra-park-lucknow/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-17-at-10.35.33.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T074500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T094500 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260508T074425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T104450Z UID:12500-1778917500-1778924700@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Rabindra Sarobar Lake\, Tollygunge Side\, Kolkata\, WB DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-rabindra-sarobar-lake-tollygunge-side-kolkata-wb/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260516-WA0000-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260512T075126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T125854Z UID:12593-1778916600-1778923800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Agacaim Mudflats\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-agacaim-mudflats-goa-4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260516-WA0030-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T210000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T094452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T125248Z UID:12554-1778914800-1778965200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at TS Chanakya\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-ts-chanakya-navi-mumbai-5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-16-at-09.46.31.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T055826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T105429Z UID:12518-1778914800-1778922000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Harantale Lake\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-harantale-lake-pune-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_20260516_082927283_HDR-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T061720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T110124Z UID:12530-1778913000-1778920200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombaymumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-16-at-12.12.58-PM.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260507T091250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T103741Z UID:12477-1778913000-1778920200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bhuigaon beach\, Vasai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhuigaon-beach-vasai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/20260516_083335-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T061500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T081500 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260511T054527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T105017Z UID:12512-1778912100-1778919300@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Hauz Khas Forest\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-hauz-khas-forest-new-delhi/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_20260516_073241.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260516T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T031232 CREATED:20260507T100643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T103021Z UID:12486-1778911200-1778918400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at BV Reddy School Forest Area\, Chittoor\, Andhra Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam\, Trivandrum\, Kerala \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trivandrum\n \n \n \n \n 30 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Rs 200/- per head\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n Tucked away near Kireedam Palam in Kerala\, Vellayani Lake unfolds as a serene freshwater expanse where land and water blend into a rich mosaic of life. This shallow\, rain-fed lake—one of the largest freshwater lakes in the region—supports a vibrant wetland ecosystem fringed with paddy fields\, floating vegetation\, and patches of reeds. Lotus blooms and water lilies dot the surface\, while the surrounding landscape hosts coconut groves and moist deciduous vegetation. Together\, these habitats create an ever-changing stage for a remarkable diversity of fauna\, especially aquatic birds that thrive in the calm\, nutrient-rich waters. \n \n \n \n For birders\, Vellayani is a quiet treasure. Early mornings reveal flocks gliding across misty waters and waders delicately probing the muddy edges. From resident breeders to seasonal visitors\, the lake is alive with movement and calls. However\, like many wetlands\, it faces mounting pressures—urban expansion\, agricultural runoff\, invasive plant species\, and water pollution threaten its ecological balance. Conservation efforts and responsible tourism are vital to preserve this delicate habitat\, ensuring that the rhythms of birdlife and wetland ecology continue undisturbed for generations to come. \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Malavika S Nair Enthusiastic birder with 2 years of field experience in avian conservation and monitoring\, including work with the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on vulture conservation. Currently part of the Bird Hazard to Aircraft project\, studying bird behaviour and aviation safety. Passionate about leading engaging birdwatching 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 Common birds of Vellayini lake\, Kireedam Palam \n \n \n \n The birdlife of Vellayani Lake is both diverse and enchanting\, offering a blend of elegance\, stealth\, and spectacle. Tiny gems like the Cotton Pygmy-Goose glide effortlessly between floating vegetation\, while the rhythmic calls of Lesser Whistling-Ducks echo across the water at dusk. Waders like Black-winged Stilts and Greater Painted-Snipes add grace to the muddy fringes\, while jacanas—with their long toes—appear to walk on water among lotus leaves. Herons and ibises stand poised in patient stillness\, and the sudden plunge of a Pied Kingfisher brings bursts of action to the calm surface. Whether it’s the secretive Cinnamon Bittern hiding in reeds or the striking Whiskered Terns skimming low over the water\, each species adds a unique thread to the lake’s living tapestry. \n \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy-Goose \n \n \n \n Lesser Whistling-Duck \n \n \n \n Indian Spot-Billed Duck \n \n \n \n Little Grebe \n \n \n \n Black-Winged Stilt \n \n \n \n Pheasant-Tailed Jacana \n \n \n \n Bronze-Winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Asian Openbill \n \n \n \n Black-Headed Ibis \n \n \n \n Grey Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Eurasian Coot \n \n \n \n Eurasian Moorhen \n \n \n \n Grey-Headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n Pied Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Cinnamon Bittern \n \n \n \n Greater Painted-Snipe \n \n \n \n Whiskered Tern \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Brahminy Kite \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scan to Register \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://forms.gle/cVhvgeonz7248mwQ9 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bv-reddy-school-forest-area-chittoor-ap-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_20260516_085235725-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR