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  • What's On in November

    November arrives with the promise of more birds and more birding. Warblers, raptors, waterfowl, and a bunch of passerines have been enthralling birders who’ve been reporting them all over the country.

  • What's On in October

    October is one of the most awaited months of the year for birders. Wetlands start filling up with migratory waterfowl and shorebirds, while forests and shrubbery are abuzz with the chatter of warblers.

  • What's On in August

    August is an interesting month of the year. While most parts of the country continue to receive heavy rainfall, the amount of water and the associated increase in vegetation and prey items stimulates changes in birdlife both locally and in terms of long-distance migration.

  • What's on in July

    Although a relatively quiet month in the year for some birders, July can be an exciting time to add to our knowledge of birds. As the rains hit various parts of the country, a number of changes occur in the birdlife of the region as well.

  • What's on in June

    New:- Preliminary Results of Himalayan Bird Count 2023 ! June welcomes the annual monsoon and so far, the patterns being observed haven’t disappointed.

  • 2022 eBird Taxonomy Update for Indian Birds

    The taxonomy update for eBird for 2022 is complete. We appreciate your patience.  This update is done once a year, taking into account new taxonomic information on splits, lumps, name changes, and changes in the species lists.

  • What's on in December

    November witnessed a lot of rains in many parts of India, especially in several south Indian states. Extreme wind conditions brought by thunderstorms and cyclones forced a few birds to change their migration routes.

  • What's on in November

    November has arrived, and with it, more birds and more birding opportunities for you! Wintering birds such as European Starlings, Greylag and Bar-headed Geese, Red-crested Pochard, Amur Falcons, and a slew of other species visit India’s different habitats and regions during the winter months.

  • What's on in October

    October is a special month for birdwatchers. It is around this time of the month that waterfowl and waders have made themselves at home in the neighbouring ponds, lakes, and rivers.

  • 2021 eBird Taxonomy Update

    The taxonomy update for eBird for 2021 is COMPLETE. We appreciate your patience.