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:20260510T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260427T090701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T073356Z UID:12034-1778392800-1778400000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Nagvasuki\, Allahabad\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nagvasuki-allahabad-uttar-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/162442-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T054000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260510T074000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260504T100714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T073705Z UID:12362-1778391600-1778398800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khalanga Reserve Forest\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khalanga-reserve-forest-dehradun-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260510-WA0014.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260506T070948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T074717Z UID:12402-1778311800-1778319000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at St Cruz Wetland\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-st-cruz-wetland-goa-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-09-at-16.26.40-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260430T123909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T074343Z UID:12292-1778310000-1778317200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-parkbelapur-maharashtra5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DSC03866-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260430T131903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T063930Z UID:12305-1778308200-1778315400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260509-WA00701-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260430T124447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T063424Z UID:12297-1778308200-1778315400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Aravalli Biodiversity Park\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-aravali-biodiversity-park-new-delhi-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260509_075029327.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260504T074431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T062855Z UID:12335-1778306400-1778313600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pangadi Biodiversity Park\, Gondia\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pangadi-biodiversity-park-gondia-maharashtra-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260509-WA0128.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T053000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260509T073000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260430T115058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T061522Z UID:12285-1778304600-1778311800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-6/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260509_071000-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260505T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260505T080000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260423T103206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T112439Z UID:12002-1777960800-1777968000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Tal Talaab\, Behind Tal Tiger Resort\, Kanha Tiger Reserve\, Madhya Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khatiya-gate-kanha-tiger-reserve-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-07-at-9.39.06-AM-prateek-kashyap.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260423T083316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T075624Z UID:11970-1777793400-1777800600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Lake\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-lake-goa3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260503-WA0041-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260427T141814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072757Z UID:12048-1777791600-1777798800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vetal Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/ird-walk-at-vetal-tekdi-pune-7/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-03-at-14.13.25.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260423T085852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T084104Z UID:11982-1777791600-1777798800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maina-Curtorim\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maina-curtorim-goa-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-03-at-13.17.04.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260427T093258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T081338Z UID:12044-1777789800-1777797000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mahatma Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mahatma-hill-pune-maharashtra4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-03-at-17.16.55.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260427T072441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T084438Z UID:12019-1777789800-1777797000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Lulung\, Simlipal\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-lulung-simlipal-odisha-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_8618-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260503T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033746 CREATED:20260423T093241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T083812Z UID:11993-1777789800-1777797000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Forest research institute\, Dehradun\, Uttarakhand DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-forest-research-institute-dehradun-uttarakhand/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_20260503_065102-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260423T084123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T081804Z UID:11975-1777705200-1777712400@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Succoro Plateau\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-succoro-plateau-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260502_085404-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260502T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260427T074110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T082752Z UID:12024-1777703400-1777710600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhandup Pumping Station Salt Pans\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhandup-pumping-station-salt-pans-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-02-at-09.31.13.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260501T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260501T210000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260427T142310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T082205Z UID:12052-1777618800-1777669200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Talawe Wetlands(Maharashtra Day Special)\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-talawe-wetlands-navi-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG-20260501-WA0057.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260430T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260430T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260512T080251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T080819Z UID:12599-1777532400-1777539600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Kota College of Pharmacy\, Rajasthan DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-kota-college-of-pharmacy-rj/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG-20260430-WA0040.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T100000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260420T071721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T070144Z UID:11737-1777190400-1777197600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Botanical Garden\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-botanical-garden-kolkata3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T100000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260416T112454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T074849Z UID:11594-1777190400-1777197600@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bahu\, Kullu\, Himachal Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bahu-kullu-himachal-pradesh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/fire-breasted-flowerpecker.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T093000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260416T102735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T071755Z UID:11577-1777188600-1777195800@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-iit-bombay-mumbai-maharashtra2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260426_093148-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260429T110951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T111455Z UID:12273-1777186800-1777194000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Campus Bird Walk at Vidyavardhini’s Annasaheb Vartak College of Arts\, Vasai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/campus-bird-walk-at-vidyavardhini-annasaheb-vartak-college-of-arts/ CATEGORIES:Campus Bird Count,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20260426_072011am-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260421T120023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T084553Z UID:11962-1777186800-1777194000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Mohadi and Tincha Falls\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-mohadi-and-tincha-falls-indore-mp2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/egyptian-vulture-1336234_1280.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260421T110508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T071318Z UID:11912-1777186800-1777194000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kadamakkudy Wetlands\, Kochi\, Ernakulam\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kadamakkudy-wetlands-ernakulam-kerala4/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-26-at-10.27.12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260420T073357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T074503Z UID:11758-1777186800-1777194000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at NDA Hill\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-nda-hill-pune-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_0695-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T090000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260410T091211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T065136Z UID:11358-1777186800-1777194000@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at ARAI Hills\, Pune\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-arai-hills-pune-maharashtra-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20260426_094657-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260421T105504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T072447Z UID:11896-1777185000-1777192200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail\, Nagpur\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gorewada-biopark-lake-trail-nagpur-maharashtra5/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/562ce0fa-406f-4cf8-b319-5f26af9216ae-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260417T061225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T070656Z UID:11629-1777185000-1777192200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Logophilia Moon Canal\, Allahabad\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-logophilia-moon-canal-allahabad/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-26-at-14.34.08.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T063000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260426T083000 DTSTAMP:20260531T033747 CREATED:20260416T110907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T081959Z UID:11582-1777185000-1777192200@mail.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kazhuveli Wetlands\, Puducherry\, TN DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at IIT Bombay Mumbai\, Maharashtra \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mumbai\n \n \n \n \n 16 May\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Megha Gupta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n Nestled between the bustling suburbs of Mumbai and the serene expanse of Powai Lake\, the IIT Bombay campus is a remarkable urban biodiversity hotspot. Spread across a vast green landscape\, the campus hosts a mosaic of habitats—dense wooded patches\, open grasslands\, wetlands\, and tree-lined avenues—that support a rich variety of flora and fauna. Native trees\, flowering plants\, and seasonal vegetation create layered habitats that attract everything from colorful butterflies and insects to a diverse array of birds. Early mornings here are especially magical\, with calls of barbets\, sunbirds\, woodpeckers\, and raptors echoing through the campus\, making it a favorite among birders and nature enthusiasts alike. \n \n \n \n However\, maintaining this delicate balance within a rapidly urbanizing city comes with its challenges. Increasing human activity\, infrastructure expansion\, and habitat fragmentation pose risks to the biodiversity that thrives here. Changes in vegetation structure and disturbance to nesting sites can impact several species over time. Yet\, IIT Bombay stands as a strong example of how green campuses can act as vital refuges for urban wildlife. With continued awareness\, responsible use of spaces\, and conservation-minded planning\, it can remain a thriving ecosystem—offering not just a place for learning and innovation\, but also a living classroom of nature. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide - Megha GuptaMegha is an avid birder with over 6 years of experience\, based on the IIT Bombay campus. An AI professional and educator at heart\, she has led multiple bird walks and completed formal birding courses. Her approach goes beyond identification\, focusing on understanding bird behavior\, habitats\, and their role in the larger ecosystem.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partnered with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IIT Bombay \n \n \n \n The IIT Bombay campus offers a vibrant birding experience where wetlands\, wooded patches\, and open spaces come together to support an impressive diversity of birdlife. Around its water bodies\, species like Grey-headed Swamphens move gracefully through vegetation\, while Bronze-winged Jacanas walk delicately over floating plants. Flocks of Whiskered Terns skim across the water\, and herons—ranging from Purple Herons to Indian Pond-Herons—quietly hunt along the edges. The presence of ibises\, including Glossy and Red-naped Ibises\, adds depth to the wetland ecosystem\, while large numbers of Black Kites soaring overhead bring constant motion to the sky.\n\nBeyond the wetlands\, the campus trees and open areas are alive with activity. Bright flashes of Indian Golden Orioles and the chatter of parakeets—both Alexandrine and Rose-ringed—bring color and sound to the landscape. Smaller birds like Coppersmith Barbets\, Asian Green Bee-eaters\, and Spot-breasted Fantails keep the canopy lively\, while familiar species like Asian Koels and Black Drongos add to the everyday charm. Even the adaptable Rock Pigeon finds its place here\, reflecting the blend of urban and natural habitats that define IIT Bombay as a thriving birding hotspot. \n \n \n \n \n Greater Coucal \n \n \n \n Asian Koel \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Bronze-winged Jacana \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Glossy Ibis \n \n \n \n Red-naped Ibis \n \n \n \n Little Egret \n \n \n \n Indian Pond-Heron \n \n \n \n Eastern Cattle Egret \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Intermediate Egret \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Asian Green Bee-eater \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Alexandrine Parakeet \n \n \n \n Rose-ringed Parakeet \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The biodiverse campus of IIT Bombay\, especially around Powai Lake\, hosted a vibrant walk with 23 participants. The session began with rich wetland sightings including herons\, egrets\, and terns\, showcasing breeding plumages and feeding behaviour.\nMoving into forested patches revealed species like Spotted Owlets\, Orange-headed Thrush\, and Common Kingfisher. Active nesting across species added depth to the experience\, making participants aware of breeding season dynamics. With 32 species recorded\, the walk highlighted the ecological richness hidden within urban campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://mail.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kazhuveli-wetlands-puducherry-tn/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://mail.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DSCN5533-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR