Asian Brown Fly Catcher
The 11th edition of Manipal Bird Day last week saw enthusiastic participation by 78 birders who were able to spot 122 species of birds at the close of the event.
Organised by Manipal Birders Group last Sunday, the annual exercise proved to be a great experience to birders who participated in large numbers while adhering to COVID-19 norms. Maintaining social distancing, wearing of face masks and use of hand sanitisers were strictly adhered to.
The day began with a Bird Walk at 6.30 a.m. when birders divided themselves into smaller groups of 10-12 members and followed 11 different trails that took them through different terrains such as hills, plains, paddy fields and wetlands.