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Fearless birds that hunt deadly snakes
May 31, 2026 4:54 pm
These remarkable birds have evolved specialised hunting techniques to attack, overpower, and eat deadly snakes, including cobras, vipers, and mambas.
Flamingos to cranes: India’s most bird-rich lakes
May 20, 2026 4:57 pm
These lakes are where nature, water, and birdlife come alive.
7 bird species you are likely to spot in India this summer
May 18, 2026 4:00 pm
Summer in India brings with it a chorus of bird calls, colourful sightings, and increased bird activity.
Birds and the art of the steal
May 16, 2026 12:16 am
So far, three separate species have been found engaging in banditry, but identity doesn’t seem to matter to them — it’s a war of every bird against every bird
Hawai’s birds didn’t vanish the way we were told: New study overturns 50-year-old belief
May 07, 2026 10:06 am
For decades, it was believed that indigenous Hawaiians hunted native waterbirds to extinction.
Mumbai’s hidden wild side: 240 bird species spotted
April 29, 2026 6:10 pm
Great Backyard Bird Count 2026 reveals surge in sightings across IIT Bombay and Bhandup Pumping Station, with rare and migratory birds dazzling the city’s skies
Discover the animals that build the most intricate nests
April 28, 2026 6:08 pm
From underwater architects to underground engineers, these animals prove nesting isn’t just for birds.
Meet the Galapagos Finch that drinks blood to survive
April 25, 2026 6:14 pm
The vampire finch may look innocent at first, but it has developed a remarkable feeding behaviour that has captivated many.
Unseen, unheard for over a decade: Five ‘missing’ bird species found in 2025
April 22, 2026 4:00 pm
Once thought lost, these elusive birds have reappeared after years of silence.
Meet Bebe: The world’s first ‘snorkelling’ parakeet
April 12, 2026 2:51 pm
The viral video shows the six-year-old parakeet calmly sitting inside a clear tube as it navigates three feet underwater in the Bahamas.
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Colourful Himalayan species you can spot in Kalimpong
May 21, 2026 11:01 am
Avid birdwatcher? We've got you covered!
World Migratory Bird Day 2026: Birds with the Strangest Travel Habits
May 09, 2026 2:02 pm
May 9 is observed as World Migratory Bird Day. Here's everything you need to know about birds with strange travel habits.
Summer birds of India: Species you’re likely to spot this season
May 07, 2026 10:02 am
Calling all birdwatchers! Keep an eye out for these stunning species this summer.
Meet the new bird species discovered in Japan after 45 years
April 29, 2026 2:06 pm
In 1988, researchers discovered a population of the newly named Tokara leaf warbler on the remote Tokara archipelago. Back then, it was considered to be Ijima’s leaf warbler (Phylloscopus ijimae), found in the Izu Islands, some 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) away. Recently, they discovered that these two species are genetically totally different from each other, despite the fact that they look similar
Bird photographers to follow today
March 27, 2026 10:46 am
Discover the artists who are setting a new standard in bird photography and why their work deserves a spot on your feed.
Spotted: Seagulls in the muddy waters of Mithi River
February 06, 2025 1:56 pm
Discover the importance of urban ecosystems and the challenges they face due to rising temperatures.
In pictures: The annual counting of the swan population on River Thames
July 20, 2022 8:03 pm
The tradition is said to date back to the 12th century, when the ownership of unmarked, mute swans was claimed by the Crown, so as to be able to have a steady supply of meat during banquets and feasts.
Amid conflict, pigeon keeping thrives in Kashmir
June 30, 2022 12:14 pm
Many of these are domesticated, raised by one of the thousands of pigeon keepers there
Visitors flocked to Chandigarh Bird Park which reopened after a month; check out these pictures
February 15, 2022 5:52 pm
The Chandigarh Bird Park near Sukhna Lake opened for visitors after being closed due to surge in Covid cases
Starlings are the star performers of the sky; these surreal formations are proof
January 14, 2022 4:22 pm
Nature can surprise us in innumerable ways. And you don't need to escape into the jungle to witness it in its glory. These surreal formations by flocks of birds are an apt example.
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