Every month for the past 10+ years, we at “Bird Of Thane & Raigad district,” a Facebook community hosted by Jungle Buddies Tours, have been holding free bird walks in various birding hotspots across Mumbai Metropolitan. Umbarli Hills is a small hillock
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We set out early for a bird-watching tour at Lake Nilje with Jungle Buddies Tours on 20 Aug 2023. The weather was perfect and we were excited to see what nature had in store. As we walked along the edges of the
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Pelagic bird species are seabirds that spend most of their lives on the open ocean and are only found near land during the breeding season. Pelagic birding refers to the activity of observing and studying these birds in their natural offshore habitats.
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Unlocking the Superpowers of Owl Ears: How Owls Hear and Hunt in Silence Owls are known for their exceptional hearing abilities, which enable them to locate prey in complete darkness. Their ears are asymmetrical, with one ear located higher on their head
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Birds exhibit both innate and learned behaviours. Innate behaviours are instinctual, meaning they are genetically predetermined and do not require any learning or experience to develop. Examples of innate behaviours in birds include migration, courtship displays, and feeding patterns. On the other
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The Ultimate Guide to Buying Birdwatching Binoculars (2026 Edition) One of the most common questions we hear on our tours is, “Which binoculars should I buy?” It is a great question because the right pair can completely transform your experience from “I
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Group birdwatching tours and private birdwatching tours each have their own pros and cons. Group birdwatching tours are typically less expensive per person and offer the opportunity to meet and socialize with other birders. They are also often led by experienced guides
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Discovering Local Birding An Insight Into This Sustainable Practice Local birding is the practice of observing birds in biodiverse habitats located within city limits, whether on protected or private lands. This is a fun, enriching, and sustainable practice that has been adopted
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Mr. Chris Schmid, a passionate birder hailing from the USA, embarked on an incredible birding expedition with Jungle Buddies amid Mumbai’s scenic landscapes. This full-day private tour promised a unique and diverse birdwatching journey spanning three distinct habitats, each offering the opportunity
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Trip Report On 23rd July we set out to spot the elusive Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher in the ever-captivating forests of Karnala Bird Sanctuary, and although we only heard its calls, the journey was nothing short of amazing! Along the way, we were
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