Chandrapur (Mohammad Suleman Baig):
January 19, 2025
The Forest Department hosted a captivating bird race in the Moharli zone of Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR), drawing enthusiastic participation from bird lovers and nature enthusiasts. The event aimed to raise awareness about the region’s rich biodiversity and promote bird conservation.
Rare Bird Sightings
Brown-Headed Gull:
This rare migratory species, typically found in coastal and wetland regions, was surprisingly spotted in Moharli, delighting the participants.
Peregrine Falcon:
Known as the world’s fastest predatory bird, the Peregrine Falcon can dive at speeds of 320-390 km/h. Its majestic flight mesmerized the crowd and became one of the event’s main highlights.
Other Recorded Species
Participants recorded several other species, including:
Little Grebe, Bar-Headed Goose, Northern Pintail, Common Teal, Common Kingfisher, Graylag Goose, Knob billed Duck, Ruddy Shelduck, Green Winged Teal, Eurasian Coot, Red Creasted Pochard, River Tern
Various birds of prey
The event underscored the ecological richness of Tadoba and the importance of preserving its avian biodiversity.
Officials and Participants Present
The event was attended by:
Officials: Deputy Buffer Director Piyusha Jagtap, Forest Range Officer Santosh Thipe, and Range Assistants S.D. Jumde, Prafulla Dhale, Balpane, Wadke. Forest Guards such as S.A. Mangam, Janbandhu, Dhurve, Edlawar, Godhane, Ramteke, Sumaiyya Siddiqui, Sheetal Chaudhary, More, and Alam were also present.
Bird Enthusiasts: The program witnessed the active involvement of Mohammad Suleman Baig, Sumedh Waghmare, Ajay Poddar, Vipul Dhawale, Shabaz Sheikh, Imran Khan Pathan, Rajkumar Jadhav, Sandeep Garate, Sainath Koche, Dashrath Pendam, Nagesh Surtikar, Aniket Hirde, Kashmira, and Avinash Kumar.
Tourist Guides: Niranjana Meshram and Divya Palamwar contributed significantly to the event’s success.
Message from the Forest Department
Forest Range Officer Santosh Thipe expressed heartfelt gratitude to all participants, emphasizing that the event was not just a competition but a celebration of nature and conservation. He highlighted the significance of such initiatives in fostering environmental preservation.
The bird race showcased the richness of Tadoba’s ecosystem and emphasized the importance of protecting its biodiversity. The event served as an inspiring step toward conserving the natural heritage for future generations.
