Birdwatching in Chopta: A Haven for Avian and Mammal Enthusiasts
Located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, Chopta is a serene and picturesque hill station that attracts nature lovers and adventurers from all over the world. Known for its stunning landscapes, lush green forests, and diverse wildlife, Chopta…
Birding in Harike Wetlands, near Amritsar
Harike Wetland, located in the Indian state of Punjab, is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Spread over an area of 41 sq km, it is one of the largest wetlands in northern India and an important birding destination. The wetland is…
THE PLIGHT OF AMUR FALCONS IN NAGALAND
JOIN US This November, you have the opportunity to embark on an awe-inspiring journey to witness this breathtaking spectacle in Nagaland, as well as the beautiful birds of the Mishmi Hills, guided by the renowned expert Mike Prince. This is an…
A weeklong birding sojourn in North India
Being from North India, it’s no surprise that this is my go-to region when it comes to planning quick trips. Relatively leisurely birding and a variety of habitats always puts me at ease and destress me completely. My first stop on this trip was…
My wild week in the Himalayas
Each time I visit the Himalayan foothills I get enthralled by its quiet surroundings in the Himalayas, lush meadows, tall Deodar and Oak trees, and, of course, the variety of bird species.
Corbett has always held a special place…
A hidden international holiday destination near nainital
It had been a year that we, as an adventurous couple, had not taken a proper holiday amid nature. Since the summer of 2017, every break we took meant work-related travel primarily to unexplored monuments. While I was craving a place away from…
9 Ways In Which Birding Is Beneficial For Your Health
By Mahima Sharma 20 July 2018
Does stress, anxiety, or depression at times bother you as it does to me? Does it feel like an albatross around your neck? Then Dr Radhika Aggarwal Nair, a famous Psychiatrist based in Mysore in Karnataka,…
A Confluence of Birding and Culture
Leaving Delhi before sunrise, we arrived in Bharatpur early in the morning. After a quick breakfast, we spent the full day birding within Keoladeo National Park, one of the best-known birding sites in the country, making our way around this large…
Benefits of attracting birds to your backyard garden or green balcony
Posted by Mahima Sharma, Independent Journalist
The Little Green Bee-eater and the Blue Sunbird love to perch on my balcony which opens to a row of densely-leaved trees in our otherwise mainly-concrete colony. Their sweet calls make our…
North India Birding Colorful Pheasants And Simple Peasants
200+ species in a week on Himalaya Birding Tour! That’s right, you can actually look forward to spotting and photographing so many bird species on the Himalayan Foothills Bird Watching Tour.
These include a variety of pheasants across the…