Indian Bird Websites:
- www.IndiaBirds.com - Good collection of high resolution images of Indian birds along with sound files.
- www.Kolkatabirds.com - Good website on the birds of Eastern and South-Eastern India.
- www.Birding.in - Good website on Birding and Ornithology related resources on the birds of the Indian Subcontinent.
- www.BirdsofKerala.com - Good resources on the birds of the State of Kerala and neighboring areas.
- www.Camacdonald.com - Large collection of images and resources on Indian birds and also includes birds of the world.
- www.Birdlist.com - Large collection of resources on the birds of the world including a detailed section on Indian birds.
- www.Surfbirds.com - Large database on birding websites from around the world including India.
- www.Orientalbirdclub.org - Great extensive project on the birds of India the the Southeastern countries.
- www.Savingcranes.org - Wonderful website on the cranes of the world including the crane sub-species common to India.
- www.BNHS.org - The large Indian wildlife resource from the Bombay Natural History Society.
- www.Birdlist.org - The official website of WICE (World Institute for Conservation and Environment). Good information on the birds of India and the rest of the world.
- www.Indianwildlifeclub.com - Good collection of conservation, birding and related resources, forums and expert data on this site.
- www.Indianbirds.in - Formerly the 'Newsletter for Ornithologist'. Good bird pictures and resources on Indian birds and birdlife.
- www.wwfIndia.org - The World Wildlife fund chapter for India. Good collection of wildlife and conservation related resources.
Resources on birds of the world.
- www.Deanbirders.co.uk -
Birdwatching information, gallery, and daily photo reports from the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire maintained by and for disabled and housebound birdwatchers.
- Birdwatching in Uzbekistan -
See the wide variety of birds in Uzbekistan, explore the historical cities of the Great Silk Road together with the wide variety of flora and fauna in the surrounding countryside.
If you would like to submit a link to a good web resource on Indian birds or the birds of the world to our list, please email the moderator: Vijay Raol
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Books on Indian birds:
- Birds of Saurashtra: Wonderful and detailed resource on the birds of the Saurashtra region along with additional notes on the birds of Kutchh and Gujarat by M.K. Dharmakumarsinhji of Bhavnagar.
- Book of Indian Birds: Popular resource on Indian birds by renowned ornithologist Dr. Salim Ali.
- Birds of Wetlands and Grasslands: Good resource on the topic of Indian birds by
by Asad R. Rahmani & Gayatri Ugra.
- Sálim Ali's India - Great pictorial resource on the renowned Indian ornithologist by
A.S. Kothari & B.F. Chhapgar.
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Birding Locations in Saurashta and Gujarat:
- Velavadar Blackbuck Sanctuary - The Blackbuck sanctuary at Velavadar is not only the best site for observing large herds of the elusive Blackbuck antelopes of India, but is also a haven for bird watchers and enthusiasts. The Great Indian Bustard, Lesser Florican, large variety of birds of prey, and an occasional Sarus pair are just a few of the birding charms of this location.
- Victoria Park Reserve - This unique forested tract in the heart of Bhavnagar city houses not only a large variety of wild animals, but also is a great location for spotting a variety of Indian birds including water birds, birds of prey, owls, and various others.
- Sasan Gir National Park - This world renowned national park is not only famous for common sightings of the Asiatic Lion, but also for large variety of animals and bird sightings.
- Eastern Geer National Park - Wonderful location for spotting Lions, Leopards, Chital, Wildboar and many other rare animals as well as a large variety of birds.
- Surendranagar District - Different areas in this district adjacent to Bhavnagar, have vulture breeding sites, Sarus breeding sites and various other birdlife.
- Little Rann of Kutchh - This arid and marshy landscape is home to the last surviving herds of the Indian Wild Ass. Large variety of birds found in this area include Flamingoes, Cranes and various birds of prey.
- Bhavnagar Coastline - Different select areas along the coastline of Bhavnagar are wonderful for sightings of flocks of Demoiselle and Eurasian cranes, Flamingoes, and a large variety of gulls, terns and birds of prey.
If you are interested in birding or ornithological activities in the vicinity of Gujarat state for its large availability of common Indian birds and migratory birds along with various endangered animals, please contact Mr. V. B. Raol for more information.
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