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Notes from the Field
Read through personal stories, insights, and detailed experiences from my birding adventures. This section captures the essence of exploring new territories, unexpected bird encounters, and reflections on conservation and nature.
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Conservation stories from Odisha
During my time in Bhubaneswar, I was quite inquisitive about getting to know about the biodiversity of Odisha. Consequently, I always relished the idea of travelling around in Odisha to discover new places and learn about the nature there. Little did I know that in pursuit of new locations and exploring new environments, I would…
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Does the Peace Rock really exist ?
“When water is plentiful, the laws of nature and the jungle are as they should be. However, when a drought causes water to be scarce, the effects impact villagers, the habitat and even the “law of the jungle.” What is the Peace Rock ? In his The Jungle Book , Rudyard Kipling demonstrated a beautiful…
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Tadoba : The Land of Tigers
Ever since I was a child, my dad would tell me stories about his experiences in Tadoba. Back then in 2000s, the reserve wasn’t as popular as it is today. But every time I listened to him, I could only imagine how beautiful and diverse the forest was and my desire to visit the place…
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Birding in Mangalajodi
About Mangalajodi : Located in the northern banks of the famous Chilka Lake, Mangalajodi is just 68 kilometers from Bhubaneswar. It is a fresh water zone which is interconnected by several channels (both natural and man-made). When winter sets in, Mangalajodi witnesses the approach of a large number of migratory birds (mostly waders). Consequently, it becomes…
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Sikkim and Me
Mountains know secrets we need to learn. That it might take time, it might be hard, but if you just hold on long enough, you will find the strength to rise up. – Tyler Knott Many people believe that we have a lot to learn from mountains or that they teach us plenty of stuff.…
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Some Glimpses from Madhya Pradesh
Recently, I had been to Madhya Pradesh, popularly known as ‘The Heart of India’ and I must say that I was amazed at the diversity and variety of places to visit in the state. Starting from the holy Hindu temples at Khajuraho and Ujjain to the early man caves at Bhimbhetka, Madhya Pradesh has a…