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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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Basics of Birding : Families and activity
The previous post dealt with basics of birding which focused more on approaching birds and identifying them. This post emphasises on bird activity and co-existence. To understand birds, we must know their classifications and their respective characteristics. Families : Different families of birds are categorized on basis of their habits, structure, etc. Some of…
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Basics of Birding : How to start
What is birding? Birding (or bird-watching) is usually defined as the recreational hobby of observing wild birds and their activity in their natural habitat. This does not require any special talent or skill. All one needs is to develop an affectionate feeling for birds and a strong desire to learn more about their activity. If…