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Our Bushwalk project is not only about trees and plants; it’s also a sanctuary for a rich diversity of bird species. The presence of these birds signifies the health of our ecosystem, supported by the carefully curated selection of trees and plants. Below is a list of bird species commonly found at the Bushwalk, along with a brief description of each:
Grey Headed Lapwing
A striking wader known for its distinctive grey head and vibrant yellow legs.
Little Stint
A small shorebird that is often seen foraging in shallow waters.
Greater Flamingo
Famous for its bright pink plumage and graceful stance in wetlands.
Grey Headed Swamphen
Recognizable by its vivid blue and purple feathers and red beak.
Painted Stork
Notable for its colorful plumage and large, curved bill.
Open Billed Stork
Known for its unique bill shape, which is ideal for feeding on snails.
Glossy Ibis
A dark, iridescent wader with a slender, down-curved bill.
Black Headed Ibis
Identified by its white body and contrasting black head and neck.
Red Wattled Lapwing
Recognized by its loud calls and distinctive red wattles on the face.
Wood Sandpiper
A small wader with a light brown speckled body and long legs.
Common Sandpiper
Known for its bobbing motion and white underparts.
Marsh Sandpiper
A slender, long-legged wader often found in marshy areas.
Cattle Egret
Frequently seen following cattle, feeding on insects stirred up by the animals.
Little Egret
A small white heron with elegant, delicate plumes.
Pond Heron
Often seen standing motionless by ponds, waiting to catch fish.
Grey Heron
A large, majestic heron known for its slow, deliberate movements.
Purple Heron
Notable for its striking purple and chestnut coloration.
Water Cock
A secretive bird, often heard rather than seen, inhabiting marshes and wetlands.
White Breasted Waterhen
Recognizable by its white face and underparts, often seen near water bodies.
Common Moorhen
A waterbird with distinctive red frontal shield and white undertail feathers.
Purple Sunbird
A small bird with iridescent purple-blue plumage, known for its nectar-feeding.
Purple Rumped Sunbird
Identified by its vibrant purple rump and energetic behavior.
Scaly Breasted Munia
A small finch with distinctive scaly markings on its breast.
Rose Ringed Parakeet
A bright green parakeet with a distinctive rose-colored ring around its neck.
Red Vented Bulbul
Easily identified by its red-vented undertail and lively calls.
Yellow Billed Babbler
A sociable bird, often seen in noisy groups, with a yellow bill.
Indian Roller
Known for its striking blue wings and acrobatic flight displays.
Black Winged Kite
A small raptor with striking black and white plumage and hovering flight.
Black Kite
A common raptor known for its graceful flight and scavenging habits.
Peregrine Falcon
Renowned as the fastest bird in the world, known for its high-speed dives.
Shikra
A small hawk with sharp hunting skills and piercing red eyes.
Ashy Prinia
A small, active warbler with ashy-grey plumage and a distinctive call.
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