BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ataavi - ECPv6.12.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ataavi REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260113T143324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T084936Z UID:8289-1769326200-1769333400@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Khairbana Dam\, Chhattisgarh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-25-at-19.02.35.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T091500 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260119T132549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T125224Z UID:8377-1769325300-1769332500@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Narsinghgarh Wildlife Sanctuary\, Rajgarh\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-25-at-16.39.20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260114T065150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165742Z UID:8329-1769324400-1769331600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Asola-Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary\, New Delhi DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-26-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260113T145722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165135Z UID:8303-1769324400-1769331600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Jamuniya Chota Mahadev\, Machagora Dam\, Chhindwara\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-24-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260125T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260113T125522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165031Z UID:8258-1769324400-1769331600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Bhorvan\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-25-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T213000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260113T124631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T164258Z UID:8253-1769239800-1769290200@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Karave Wetlands\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-23-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260124T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260113T120842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T165245Z UID:8245-1769238000-1769245200@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Dumna Nature Park\, Jabalpur\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/dumna.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T125433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T090855Z UID:8101-1768734000-1768741200@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Okhla Bird Sanctuary\, Noida DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/motion_photo_1495163673035536524.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T103000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260106T134034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T090555Z UID:7753-1768725000-1768732200@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Sharda Sagar Dam - Pilibhit Tiger Reserve Buffer Area\, Uttar Pradesh DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-19-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260109T062149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T085040Z UID:8124-1768721400-1768728600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bavdhan Tekdi\, Pune DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-21-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T081359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114940Z UID:8076-1768721400-1768728600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/puli2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T071645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084554Z UID:8044-1768721400-1768728600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Timbi Lake\, Vadodara\, Gujarat DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-timbi-lake-vadodara-gujarat-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20260118_103038-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T071500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T091500 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260113T063151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T085848Z UID:8231-1768720500-1768727700@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhoj Wetland\, Ramsar Site\, Bisankhedi\, Bhopal DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhoj-wetland-bisankhedi-bhopal/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-32-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T071000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T071006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T115350Z UID:8037-1768720200-1768728600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk near Jambhira Dam (Deuli) Mayurbhanj\, Odisha DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-near-jambhira-dam-deuli-mayurbhanj-odisha/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jam.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T140902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144706Z UID:8108-1768719600-1768726800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kommaghatta Lake\, Bengaluru DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kommaghatta-lake/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-18-at-10.51.20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T120344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163044Z UID:8095-1768719600-1768726800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Morjim Beach & Chapora Sandbar\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-morjim-beach-chapora-sanbar-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/morjim5-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260118T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T072653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T085546Z UID:8052-1768719600-1768726800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Basai Wetlands\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-basai-wetlands-gurugram-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basai.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T083000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T103000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135933 CREATED:20260107T064617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T084135Z UID:8025-1768638600-1768645800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Maharashtra Nature Park\, Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-maharashtra-nature-park-mumbai-4-2/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/MNP-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20260107T070551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T085153Z UID:8032-1768635000-1768642200@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Bird Watching Area\, Bhandup West (BPS)\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bird-watching-area-bhandup-west-mumbai-mh/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-17-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20260107T080336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T114642Z UID:8075-1768633200-1768640400@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Vazhani Dam Park\, Thrissur\, Kerala DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-vazhani-dam-park-thrissur-kerala/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-20.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260117T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20260107T073616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T162541Z UID:8051-1768633200-1768640400@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Carambolim Wetland\, Goa DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-carambolim-wetland-goa/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/carambolim2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260114T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260114T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20260107T063550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T090813Z UID:8017-1768375800-1768383000@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at T.S. Chanakya Birding Area\, Navi Mumbai DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-t-s-chanakya-birding-area-navi-mumbai-3/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-22.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251230T115441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124135Z UID:7732-1768143600-1768150800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kajjarla Lake\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kajjarla-lake-telangana/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-21.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20260102T070409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T121827Z UID:7821-1768125600-1768132800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird walk at Pakhibitan\, Eco Park\, Kolkata DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pakhibitan-eco-park-kolkata/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/f-10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T110000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251230T130050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T121245Z UID:7743-1768122000-1768129200@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Anantnag\, Kashmir DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-anantnag-kashmir/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-19.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T100000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251230T103826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124542Z UID:7719-1768118400-1768125600@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Pumping Station - Yashwant Sagar\, Indore\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-pumping-station-yashwant-sagar-indore-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Media-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251231T144453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T104031Z UID:7791-1768116600-1768123800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Kaliyasot Reservoir View Point\, Bhopal\, MP DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-kaliyasot-reservoir-view-point-bhopal-mp/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-23-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251231T090212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T124829Z UID:7772-1768116600-1768123800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Puligundala Project\, Khammam\, Telangana DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \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-telangana-1/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG20260111100505-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251230T140107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T122623Z UID:7763-1768116600-1768123800@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Green Valley Park\, Navi Mumbai\, Maharashtra DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-green-valley-park-navi-mumbai-maharashtra/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-20-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T070000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260111T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T135934 CREATED:20251231T091345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T125542Z UID:7777-1768114800-1768122000@checkout.ataavi.org SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Bhondsi Forest\, Gurugram DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya\, Bhopal\, MP \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bhopal\n \n \n \n \n 15 February\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n Sarang Mhatre and MP Tourism\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Indira Gandhi Rasthtriya Manav Sangrahalaya \n \n \n \n Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, or the National Museum of Mankind\, is located on the picturesque Shyamla Hills in Bhopal\, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1977\, this unique anthropological museum sprawls across nearly 200 acres overlooking the Upper Lake\, making it one of the largest open-air museums in Asia. Designed to showcase the evolution of humankind and the diversity of Indian cultural traditions\, the museum integrates both indoor galleries and expansive outdoor exhibits. \n \n \n \n The museum highlights the living heritage of tribal and folk communities through life-sized dwellings\, reconstructed villages\, and thematic exhibitions on rituals\, crafts\, and ecological adaptations. With more than 80 open-air displays and collections from across India\, IGRMS provides an immersive experience into the coexistence of people\, culture\, and nature. Beyond its role as a repository of heritage\, it also functions as a center for research\, documentation\, and cultural dialogue. Despite challenges of modernization and changing lifestyles\, the museum remains a vibrant space where the richness of India’s human story is preserved and celebrated within a natural landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bird Guide: Sarang MhatreHe is a bird expert\, naturalist\, Master trainer for Anubhuti Eco Camp in MP and a wildlife photographer. He has been working with MP Forest Department since 2016 and is the co-founder of Tarang EcoTours. \n \n \n \n \n Bird walk Location \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Common birds of IGRMS \n \n \n \n Spread across nearly 200 acres of natural hill slopes overlooking the Upper Lake\, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS) offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and biodiversity. Its wooded landscape\, open-air exhibits\, and patches of scrub and grasslands provide a mosaic of habitats that attract a wide range of bird species. Early mornings often echo with the calls of barbets\, bulbuls\, and drongos\, while the shaded groves shelter species like parakeets\, treepies\, and cuckoos. Raptors such as kites and shikras are frequently sighted soaring above the open areas\, taking advantage of the museum’s proximity to the lake and urban green spaces. \n \n \n \n During the winter months\, the adjoining Upper Lake draws large numbers of migratory waterbirds\, many of which can also be observed from within the museum premises. Species such as common hawk cuckoo\, indian grey hornbill\, greater coucal\, subirds are regular visitors\, while flocks of gulls and terns enliven the waterscape. Together\, the resident woodland birds and the seasonal migrants make IGRMS not just a cultural treasure but also a vibrant birdwatching destination\, where art\, history\, and ecology seamlessly converge. \n \n \n \n \n Coppersmith Barbet \n \n \n \n Marsh Harrier \n \n \n \n Black Kite \n \n \n \n Grey-headed Swamphen \n \n \n \n River Tern \n \n \n \n Laughing Dove \n \n \n \n Spotted Dove \n \n \n \n Red-wattled Lapwing \n \n \n \n Wire-tailed Swallow \n \n \n \n Long-tailed Shrike \n \n \n \n Indian Pond Heron \n \n \n \n Purple Heron \n \n \n \n White-throated Kingfisher \n \n \n \n Grey Wagtail \n \n \n \n White-breasted Waterhen \n \n \n \n Little Cormorant \n \n \n \n Golden Oriole \n \n \n \n Indian Roller \n \n \n \n Asian Pied Starling \n \n \n \n Cotton Pygmy Goose \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Summary of Walk \n \n \n \n The bird walk at Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya (IGRMS)\, Bhopal\, led by Sarang Mhatre\, co-founder of Tarang Ecotours\, in collaboration with MP Tourism\, brought together a small but enthusiastic group of six bird and nature lovers for a rewarding morning of exploration. The museum’s unique blend of woodland patches and open habitats created an ideal setting for birdwatching\, allowing participants to record an impressive 36 species. Highlights included the vibrant Golden Oriole and Black-hooded Oriole\, the striking Yellow-crowned Woodpecker\, the elegant White-bellied Drongo\, and the charismatic Indian Grey Hornbill\, alongside species like Rufous Treepie\, Coppersmith Barbet\, Scaly-breasted Munia\, and Chestnut-shouldered Petronia. Each sighting offered an opportunity to observe fascinating behaviors and learn about the ecological roles of these birds. \n \n \n \n Participants appreciated the engaging and informative guidance\, which made the walk enjoyable for both beginners and experienced birders. Sarang’s clear explanations and storytelling helped bring the landscape to life\, deepening everyone’s understanding of the birds and their habitats. The prompt sharing of bird photographs and a complete checklist after the walk added further value\, allowing participants to revisit and reflect on their experience. The walk not only showcased the rich avian diversity of IGRMS but also highlighted the importance of community birding as a meaningful way to connect with nature and contribute to ongoing citizen science efforts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Number of Participants \n \n 0 URL:https://checkout.ataavi.org/event/bird-walk-at-bhondsi-forest-gurugram/ CATEGORIES:Birding Bharat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://checkout.ataavi.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f-22-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR