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7 of the world’s smallest birds and their incredible abilities

August 08, 2026 12:30 pm

From the bee hummingbird that weighs less than a penny to tiny songbirds found across continents, these miniature birds are among nature's most extraordinary flyers.

As painted storks arrive at zoo, an early treat for bird watchers

August 08, 2018 4:14 am

"Painted storks usually come to the zoo by mid or late August, sometimes even September with the sole purpose of nesting... but this time an advanced party arrived a week ago. By September, we expect over 800 painted storks as they migrate from the Himalayas,” said zoo curator Riaz Khan.

350 participate in Mumbai bird race, spot rare species

February 06, 2014 11:31 am

Teams of bird-watchers, ranging from school-going children to senior citizens, participated in the race.

Shimlas early birds go racing to count winged natives of city

April 25, 2011 3:50 am

Shimlas bird enthusiasts woke up early on Sunday and raced along some of the no-vehicle clusters to be part of the bird race a first-ever event organised by local NGO Hiimachal Birds.