Birding in the Third week of April 2023. Mt Abu

April is a wonderful month for birding since it marks the transition from spring to summer in Mount Abu. During the year, we can see many species in breeding plumage exhibiting courting rituals. The woodland is in full bloom, and the bees, like the birds, are humming around. During this season, visitors to Mount Abu may spot many species such as the Indian blackbird, Oriental Honey buzzards, passing migrants common Rosefinch, Blythe's Warbler, Green Avadavat (The Green Munia), and many more.

I've compiled a small collection of birds photographed in the third week of April.

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"The Blyth's Reed Warbler is an insectivorous bird of the Acrocephalidae family. It is a migratory bird that spends the winter in southern Asia and Africa after breeding in northern Asia."

Blyth's Reed Warbler - Acrocephalus dumetorum

Blyth's Reed Warbler - Acrocephalus dumetorum Mount Abu .mp4

"Measuring at approximately 20 cm and weighing 60 grams, the Brahminy Starling boasts a stunning appearance. With its lustrous blue-black head, neck, and upper body, complemented by a unique white patch on its wings, this bird truly stands out. Its underparts are a soft buff hue, and it features a bill that tapers to a fine point."

Brahminy Starling - Sturnia pagodarum

Brahminy Starling - Sturnia pagodarum

Brown Rock Chat - Oenanthe fusca

"Common Rosefinch,is a passage migrant during the spring season. Passage migrants are birds that pass through a region during their migration, but do not stay there for an extended period."

Common Rosefinch - Carpodacus erythrinus

Eurasian Sparrowhawk - Accipiter nisus

Greater Coucal - Centropus sinensis

Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus

Indian White-eye - Zosterops palpebrosus

Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus

"Indian Yellow Tit Mount Abu common local"

Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus Mount

"Laughing Dove courtship display mating plumage"

Laughing Dove - Streptopelia senegalensis

"Resident raptor with different morphs Mount Abu"

Oriental Honey-buzzard - Pernis ptilorhynchus

Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis

Purple Sunbird - Cinnyris asiaticus

Red-rumped Swallow - Cecropis daurica

Red-whiskered Bulbul - Pycnonotus jocosus

Spot-breasted Fantail - Rhipidura albogularis

White-breasted Waterhen - Amaurornis phoenicurus

White-throated Kingfisher - Halcyon smyrnensis

Birding in the First week of April 2023. Mt Abu.

Mount Abu in April is a great place for birdwatchers to see birds in breeding plumage and courtship behaviour. Mount Abu offers birdwatchers the chance to see a variety of avian species during this season, such as the Grey Jungle Fowl, Red Spurfowl, Indian blackbird, common Rosefinch, Green Avadavat, and more.

However, birding might be challenging because of the high number of tourists during this time of year. Birders should schedule their travels to avoid peak visiting times and be mindful of their behaviour in the wild. Maintain a respectful distance from the birds and avoid making loud noises or sudden movements that can scare them. Remember to get professional advice on the finest bird-watching places and times in the area from local guides and tour operators. In April, Mount Abu is perfect for birdwatching, but we should prioritize preserving native bird species amidst tourism. While enjoying the rare bird species in this region, we must also consider the impact of tourism on the environment and work towards reducing any harm.

1April 2023.