India, with its diverse landscapes ranging from wetlands and riverbanks to grasslands and agricultural fields, is home to a fascinating array of birdlife. Among these, lapwings of India stand out for their striking plumage, loud calls, and dramatic defense behaviors, making them a favorite among birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Belonging to the family Charadriidae, lapwings … Read more
Nestled in the eastern Himalayan foothills of Arunachal Pradesh, Pakke Tiger Reserve, also known as Pakhui, is a biodiverse jewel of Northeast India. Spanning over 861.95 sq. km, this forested landscape lies in the East Kameng district, bounded by the Jia-Bhoreli (Kameng) River to the north and west, the Pakke River to the east, and … Read more
India is emerging as a top destination for ecotourism and wildlife tourism, particularly for tiger safaris. Among tiger-range countries, India offers the best tiger-sighting experiences, with a higher sighting percentage and overall safari experience compared to others. Frequent tiger sightings in several tiger reserves make India a major attraction for both domestic and international tourists. … Read more
The Western Himalayas boast an array of captivating destinations for bird enthusiasts, each offering unique avian experiences. Among the top five birding destinations in this picturesque region are Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, Pangot, Sattal, Chail, and Pong Dam. These locations, renowned for their diverse habitats and rich biodiversity, provide an exceptional opportunity to witness an extensive … Read more
There are 10000 species of birds found all over the world. India is a birdwatching paradise with more than 1300 bird species recorded, with 72 of them being endemic to India. India is currently eight in the top 8 countries for the maximum number of bird species recorded. Four of the world’s 36 biodiversity hotspots … Read more
Introduction to the Birds and Birds of the World Presenting our new post on the Top 10 destinations for birding in the world. Birds belong to the Aves class, a special class of animals with extraordinary flight abilities. Because of the presence of wings and feathers, they set themselves apart from all other animals. Birds … Read more
Introduction to the Western Ghats In the southwestern part of India’s peninsular region, the oldest mountain range the Western Ghats is one of the most biogeographically rich places in the world and is also known as Shyadri. It can be compared with Amazon, as per the area the number of species you find here is … Read more
The varied habitats at varying altitudes provide a wide range of birding opportunities in India, which is home to over 1300 bird species, both resident and migrating. India has over 400 Important Birding Areas, and a total of 25 Ramsar sites. Ramsar sites are wetlands habitats that are protected for wetland birds. There are 79 … Read more
Healthy forests and wetlands stand sentry against the dangers of climate change, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and locking it away in plants, root systems and soil. Frances Beinecke A pocket of sheer abundance at the fringe of a major metropolis, Sultanpur National Park is treasure trove of avian riches which is often missed … Read more
Bordering the rich states of Madhya Pradhesh and Rajasthan, the Chambal river is a labyrinth of ravines, scrubland and vast expanse of water. It is also home to a wide array of species including the some of the Earth’s most endangered species, the Indian Skimmer, Gharial and the Gangetic Dolphins. It hosts close to 330 … Read more
