Birdwatching is a popular and growing hobby enjoyed by a significant number of people worldwide. When you go out for bird watching, the most important question that comes to mind is “How will I identify the birds in their natural habitat?” Some birds are very bright in color and conspicuous in their habitat, making them … Read more
India’s diverse ecosystems from the rain-drenched Western Ghats to the Himalayan foothills, and from the dry and hot Indian desert to evergreen forests of Northeast India, hold some of the richest natural soundscapes on Earth. Among the 1,300+ bird species found across the country; several stand out as exceptional ‘Melodious Birds‘ . Their songs are … Read more
If love had wings, it would sing, dance, and shimmer in colors we can barely imagine. In the avian world, romance isn’t just about attraction, its performance, poetry, and persistence. From the dew-laden forests of the Himalayas to the golden grasslands of Rajasthan, birds across India have evolved some of the most spectacular love rituals … Read more
The Greater Adjutant Stork (Leptoptilos dubius), locally known as Hargila (“bone swallower” in Assamese), is one of the world’s most endangered storks. As per the estimates of IUCN there are between 1360 -1510 individuals left worldwide. Once widespread across South and Southeast Asia, today its last stronghold is in Assam, India, especially the wetlands surrounding Guwahati, where … Read more
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
What are the Ramsar Sites? Concerned about the declining state of wetlands worldwide, nations came together to address this issue by signing a convention aimed at safeguarding and preserving internationally significant wetlands. The convention, which was adopted in the Iranian city of Ramsar in 1971 and became effective in 1975, has garnered participation from nearly … Read more
What are the best places for birding in India? Some of the best places for birding in India include Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, Keoladeo National Park, Chilika Lake in Odisha, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary in Karnataka, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary in Kerala, and Kaziranga National Park in Assam. What are some common bird species found … 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
Nightfall brings about a special transition within nature that is unseen by most of us. There is a mystery regarding the happenings and dwellings of nocturnal beings that eludes our own diurnal nature, but as one uncovers the signs and the sounds of what resides when the sun is at rest, it stirs up curiosity … Read more
