Winter Migratory Birds in Bhopal Decrease in Numbers

On the eve of the New Year, pairs of black headed gulls were sighted in the middle of upper lake of Bhopal. They were swimming and flying over the lake as shine of the sun reflected on the waters. They are annual visitors to upper lake.

Bhopal in central India gets migratory birds in winters which visit India from across northern and northern west frontiers on south bound journey. Though numbers have decreased in last two years, but still few come over this year. During winter, one notices increased number of local migratory birds in and around Bhopal.

Dr. Salim Ali, the famous ornithologist wrote in his ‘The book on Indian Birds’ that “no resident in India who is even moderately observant can fail to notice the great influx of birds that take place annually between September and November or to remark upon their presence during winters in places where none were to be seen a couple of months before.”

In Bhopal Van Vihar, Kalisoot, Shahpura Lake, Bhadbhada and Kerwa are some of the areas wherein one can site these birds. But due to huge construction activity in Kaliosoot area, it is rapidly losing its green lands. Numbers of birds both local and migratory have declined in last few years. One could only site few cormorants, two pairs of Rudy Shelduck and river terns this around.

Shahpura Lake is being used as domestic waste dumping ground which has impacted the lake and its avifauna. Structures set up to watch birds in Van Vihar are crumbling, upkeep is poor but still thanks to its natural resources and wetlands it gets migratory birds in Bhopal.

Some of the birds sited in Bhopal this year have been namely black red start, large cormorants (hunters), spot billed ducks, small blue kingfisher, rudy shelduck, lesser whistling teals, river tern, painted stork and black headed gulls.

Large cormorants on the trees of Van Vihar are easily sited though it used to get large cormorants in huge numbers with many trees. Numbers sited this year have been quite less. But when one enters Van Vihar in early morning hours from Chiku gate (back gate) closer to aviary section, one could hear calls of lesser whistling ducks in the pond waters.

Nature lovers should not only enjoy the beauty of nature but must raise a call for concern to save the flora and fauna of Bhopal.

Photoblogs of Bhopal

www.bhopalbirds.blogspot.com

www.vanvihar.blogspot.com

www.bhopalkiduniya.blogspot.com

Hot this week

Did David Wineland and Serge Haroche Steal Idea For The Nobel Physics Prize?

Dr. Omerbashich says the Royal Swedish Academy is a Crime Scene and he has the proof that Nobel laureates stole his discovery.

New Approaches to Disaster Relief Challenges

Disaster relief has always been a challenge. NASA, Google,...

3 Legitimate Money Making Methods to Supplement Your Income

In a perfect world, when your landlord raises your...

2016 Predictions by World Renowned Medium and Psychic Lindy Baker

World renowned medium and psychic Lindy Baker is interviewed by The Hollywood Sentinel, discussing psychic power, the spirit world, life after death, areas of concern in 2016, and much more.

Digital Coupon Customers Spending More Than Double At Stores

A new study shows that customers who use digital coupons go shopping more for groceries and other household goods more often and spend more on their shopping trips.

Israel-Hamas War, What Has Israel Been Missing

The constant question one who follows this war is...

Azerbaijan and Armenia Work Towards Peace Treaty

After years of fighting each other, Azerbaijan and Armenia are working towards a peace treaty but there are obstacles, including a lack of trust.

Top IR Tools for Retail Engagement: How Arx Helps Public Companies Compete

Key Takeaways: Arx is a Tel Aviv-based investor relations...

LAJFF Reminds Us Of The Beatles And More

The Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival (LAJFF) is celebrating...

Listo Expands with Major NHL Partnerships at Bridgestone Arena and Xcel Energy Center

Listo, a next-generation premium experience and hospitality platform, is...

Don’t Demand Respect While Rejecting the Host Culture

Why demanding respect from the West without self-reflection falls flat. A powerful defense of Western values and cultural boundaries.

FUD Is the Only Thing That’s Real in Crypto Right Now

In the topsy-turvy world of crypto, where projects appear...

Related Articles

Popular Categories