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Monsoon Ignites Pune's Birding Hotspots
4 Aug
Summary
- Pune's monsoon transforms lakes and forests into birdwatching hotspots.
- Avian activity includes rare sightings like the Vernal Hanging Parrot.
- Nature enthusiasts flock to scenic spots for weekend birding trails.
Pune's natural landscapes have become vibrant hubs for birdwatchers and photographers with the onset of the monsoon season.
Locations such as Pashan lake, Khadakwasla dam, and the dense forests of Tamhini ghat are experiencing heightened bird activity. These areas offer excellent opportunities to spot diverse species, including the Asian paradise flycatcher, Malabar whistling thrush, and colorful kingfishers, which become more active during this period.
Photographers and birders are venturing to specific locales like Pangare village, known for its abundance of the unique Vernal Hanging Parrot, and Kumbhargaon near Bhigwan, a sanctuary for flamingos, rain quails, and owls. The monsoon season facilitates not only increased sightings but also crucial breeding activities for many bird species.
Even urban green spaces within Pune, like the tekdis and areas near NIBM, are revealing a rich variety of woodland, scrub, and grassland birds. This resurgence in avian presence highlights the ecological richness of the region during the monsoons.
