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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Gora Village\, Bhoj Wetland\, Ramsar Site\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-gora-village-bhoj-wetland-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sanjay Van\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sanjay-van-new-delhi/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Doddaballapura Forest Patch\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-doddaballapura-forest-patch-bengaluru/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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SUMMARY:Bird walk at Van Vihar National Park\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-van-vihar-national-park-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260207T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260207T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Viva Wetlands\, Virar\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-viva-wetlands-virar-maharashtra/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260201T071500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260201T091500
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-indira-gandhi-rashtriya-manav-sangrahalaya-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260201T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260201T090000
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CREATED:20260122T075708Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhadbhada Dam\, Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhadbhada-dam-bhopal-mp-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260201T063000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260201T083000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vibhutipura Kere\, Bengaluru
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-vibhutipura-kere-bengaluru-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260131T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260121T170132Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Baruipur Marshes\, West Bengal
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-baruipur-marshes-west-bengal/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260131T074500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260131T214500
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260122T071922Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetland\, TS Chanakya\, Seawoods\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karave-wetland-tschanakya-seawoods-navi-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260131T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260131T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260123T092358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T093702Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandreshwar Parvat\, Paroda\, Goa
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandreshwar-parvat-paroda-goa/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260126T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Madhapur\, Telangana
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-madhapur-telangana-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260126T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260126T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260116T100224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T084838Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhopar Grasslands\, Thane\, Maharashtra
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhopar-grasslands-thane-mh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260126T071500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260126T091500
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T144844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172326Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Thol Bird Sanctuary\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-thol-bird-sanctuary-ahmedabad-gujarat-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chidiyatapu Biological Park\, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chidiyatapu-biological-park-andaman-and-nicobar-islands/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T131520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T124810Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Chandu Budhera\, Gurugram
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-chandu-budhera-gurugram/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T141705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T170117Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Daulat Baroda Lake\, Indore (MP)
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-daulat-baroda-lake-indore-mp-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T093000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260114T073156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172719Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kopra\, Bilaspur\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kopra-bilaspur-chhattisgarh-2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T093000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T143324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T084936Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khairbana Dam\, Chhattisgarh
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-khairbana-dam-chhattisgarh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T071500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T091500
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Narsinghgarh Wildlife Sanctuary\, Rajgarh\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-narsinghgarh-wildlife-sanctuary-rajgarh-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260114T065150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165742Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Asola-Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary\, New Delhi
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-asola-bhatti-wildlife-sanctuary-new-delhi/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jamuniya Chota Mahadev\, Machagora Dam\, Chhindwara\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-jamuniya-chota-mahadev-chhindwara-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T125522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165031Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bhorvan-bhopal-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T124631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T164258Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetlands\, Navi Mumbai
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-karave-wetlands-navi-mumbai/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260113T120842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165245Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dumna Nature Park\, Jabalpur\, MP
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-dumna-nature-park-jabalpur-mp/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260107T125433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T090855Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Okhla Bird Sanctuary\, Noida
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-okhla-bird-sanctuary-noida/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260106T134034Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sharda Sagar Dam - Pilibhit Tiger Reserve Buffer Area\, Uttar Pradesh
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-sharda-sagar-dam-uttar-pradesh/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260109T062149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T085040Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bavdhan Tekdi\, Pune
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bavdhan-tekdi-pune/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260107T081359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114940Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at  Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-puligundala-project-khammam-telangana2/
CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000
DTSTAMP:20260418T081720
CREATED:20260107T071645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084554Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n							\n											\n													\n										Mumbai\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										21 February\, 2026\n									\n								\n											\n													\n										Tanmay Chemburkar\n									\n						\n						\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n					About Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									The Bird Watching Area at Bhandup West\, nestled along the Eastern Express Highway in Mumbai\, is much more than a piece of urban infrastructure\, it’s a surprising biodiversity hub in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. The area around the pumping station includes a mosaic of wetlands\, salt pans\, grassland\, mangroves and scrubland that fringe the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary eco-sensitive zone\, creating a variety of micro-habitats that support rich life even within the urban sprawl. These habitats attract a dazzling array of bird species\, from resident favourites like Indian Pond Herons\, Oriental Magpie-Robins and Purple Sunbirds\, to migratory waders and waterfowl such as Greater and Lesser Flamingos\, Garganey Ducks\, Avocets and Spoonbills during the cooler months making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers year-round. Enthusiasts have documented scores of bird species and even occasional sightings of raptors like marsh harriers\, demonstrating how urban wetlands can be vital refuges for wildlife amidst concrete and highways. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									Despite its ecological value and growing recognition as a birding hotspot\, Bhandup Pumping Station faces pressing conservation challenges. Rapid urbanisation\, habitat encroachment\, sedimentation and changes in water flow threaten the delicate balance of its wetland and mangrove systems\, with studies showing a significant reduction in mudflat areas that many birds depend on for feeding and resting. Conservationists and experts stress the need for careful habitat management\, regulated eco-tourism and carrying capacity planning to protect this biodiverse landscape from disturbance and degradation. Recent proposals to develop a bird park aim to raise awareness and provide structured access for visitors so this rare green refuge continues to support wildlife while inspiring conservation in the heart of Mumbai.								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n					Partnered with				\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Bird Guide - Tanmay ChemburkarAlways curious and eager to explore\, this bird guide brings over two years of birding experience and a passion for learning. With a sharp eye and an engaging approach\, they enjoy helping others discover and appreciate the fascinating world of birds. 				\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 Bhandup Pumping Station				\n				\n				\n				\n									Bhandup Pumping Station is a paradise for birdwatchers and a powerful example of how nature survives alongside a megacity\, with an extraordinary 285 bird species recorded within its urban wetlands. A walk through the area reveals flashes of colour from Blue-tailed and Asian Green Bee-eaters\, swirling flocks of Rosy and Pied Starlings\, and the elegant silhouettes of Glossy Ibis probing the mudflats. The waterbodies teem with life as Little and Great Egrets\, Indian Cormorants\, Pond Herons\, White-breasted Waterhens\, Black-winged Stilts and Common Sandpipers feed along the edges\, while River Terns and winter visitors like the Brown-headed Gull add seasonal excitement. Grasslands and scrub echo with calls of the Red-wattled Lapwing\, Greater Coucal and Common Hoopoe\, and overhead\, Wire-tailed Swallows skim the water as Baya Weavers weave their intricate nests. Together\, these everyday yet fascinating birds turn Bhandup Pumping Station into a living outdoor classroom\, showcasing the richness and resilience of urban biodiversity. 								\n				\n		\n				\n				\n					Asian Green Bee-eater				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Palm Swift				\n				\n				\n				\n					Asian Pied Starling				\n				\n				\n				\n					Glossy Ibis				\n				\n				\n				\n					Wire-tailed Swallow				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Sandpiper				\n				\n				\n				\n					Garganey				\n				\n				\n				\n					Great Egret				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Cormorant				\n				\n				\n				\n					Common Hoopoe				\n				\n				\n				\n					Baya Weaver				\n				\n				\n				\n					Black-winged Stilt				\n				\n				\n				\n					Pond Heron				\n				\n				\n				\n					Spotted Dove				\n				\n				\n				\n					Greater Coucal				\n				\n				\n				\n					White-breasted Waterhen				\n				\n				\n				\n					River Tern				\n				\n				\n				\n					Red-wattled Lapwing				\n				\n				\n				\n					Indian Roller				\n				\n				\n				\n					House Sparrow				\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									Tanmay Chemburkar led nineteen participants on a highly interactive bird walk at Bhandup Pumping Station\, recording a total of 34 species. The focus of the session went beyond visual identification\, emphasizing flight patterns\, habitat preferences\, and behavioural cues as key tools for bird recognition.								\n				\n				\n				\n									One unforgettable highlight was watching an Asian Green Bee-eater catch a bee mid-air and repeatedly strike it against a branch to remove the sting before consuming it. Such behavioural observations enriched the learning experience and helped participants connect more deeply with the birds and their ecological roles. 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n							\n			Number of Participants			\n				\n				0
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CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat
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