Bird Walk at Gorewada Dam & Lake , Nagpur, Maharashtra
- Nagpur
- 4 October, 2026
- Manish Khodasakar
About Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail
Set within the expansive green landscape of Gorewada Biopark, the Gorewada Lake Trail offers a refreshing escape into central India’s dry deciduous wilderness. The trail winds along the serene Gorewada Lake, surrounded by a mosaic of forest patches, scrubland, and open clearings that support a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Native trees like teak, tendu, and bamboo form the backbone of this ecosystem, while the waterbody sustains fish, amphibians, and a variety of insects. This blend of aquatic and terrestrial habitats creates a dynamic environment where wildlife thrives, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and explorers.
For birders, the Gorewada Lake Trail is a rewarding hotspot, offering a mix of waterbirds, forest species, and raptors. Early mornings are especially vibrant, with calls echoing through the trees and birds actively foraging along the water’s edge. From kingfishers and herons near the lake to drongos, flycatchers, and barbets in the forest, the diversity keeps every walk engaging. However, increasing visitor pressure, habitat disturbance, and urban expansion around Nagpur pose challenges to this fragile ecosystem. Conserving such spaces through responsible tourism, habitat management, and awareness is essential to ensure that Gorewada continues to serve as both a biodiversity refuge and a vital green lung for the city.
Bird Guide: Dr. Manish Khodaskar
He has spent four years with the Bombay Natural History Society, working out of Bharatpur and Mumbai, and now based in Nagpur. His experience includes participating in Bird Races and Bird Counts, and leading multiple Nature Trails. He is a dedicated birdwatcher with the ability to identify over 200 species, backed by extensive knowledge of avian behavior and habitats. Will love to connect with you for Birding.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of Gorewada Biopark Lake Trail
The birdlife along the Gorewada Lake Trail creates a lively blend of forest and wetland activity, making every walk a rewarding experience. In the trees and scrub, familiar yet charismatic species like the Red-vented Bulbul, Ashy Prinia, and Common Tailorbird keep the surroundings buzzing with movement and calls. The vibrant Coppersmith Barbet and Small Minivet add flashes of colour, while the watchful Black Drongo perches prominently, ever ready to dart after insects. Larger, more striking species like the Indian Peafowl and the elegant Yellow-footed Green Pigeon bring a sense of grandeur to the forested edges.
Closer to the water, the trail reveals a rich wetland community. Birds like the Indian Spot-billed Duck, Cotton Pygmy Goose, and Little Cormorant glide across the lake, while species such as the Grey-headed Swamphen and Little Grebe move gracefully through aquatic vegetation. The striking Purple Heron and Asian Openbill Stork add elegance to the scene, while flashes of blue from the White-throated Kingfisher brighten the shoreline. Together, these species create a dynamic birding landscape where forest and water meet, offering something exciting at every turn.
Red-vented Bulbul
Ashy Prinia
Common Tailorbird
Black Drongo
Coppersmith Barbet
Small Minivet
White-throated Kingfisher
Indian Peafowl
Yellow-footed Green Pigeon
Plum-headed Parakeet
Little Cormorant
Indian Spot-billed Duck
Cotton Pygmy Goose
Grey-headed Swamphen
Purple Heron
Asian Openbill Stork
Little Grebe
Lesser Whistling-Duck
Laughing Dove
Spotted Dove
Summary of Walk
Sixteen participants joined guide Dr. Manish Khodaaskar at Gorewada Lake in Nagpur on 4 October for a lively morning of birdwatching that produced 26 species and a wonderful variety of sightings. The lake and the woodland around it offered a pleasing mix of water, trees and open ground, and the group moved steadily along the shore, noting each new bird. Swallows were the early stars, and the Wire-tailed Swallow, with its fine, wire-like tail streamers, skimmed low over the water in flashes of blue and rufous. The Eurasian Crag-Martin joined the aerial display, and the Pied Cuckoo, a striking black and white bird that arrives with the rains, was one of the most exciting highlights of the morning. The Jacobin Cuckoo and the Yellow Wagtail added to the cuckoo-and-wagtail theme, and a Shikra and a White-throated Kingfisher kept things dramatic with their sharp movements and brilliant colours. Along the water’s edge, Little Egrets, Grey Herons, Pond Herons and White-breasted Waterhens went about their business, while the Red-wattled Lapwing called its alarm from the shore. In the trees and scrub, the White-browed Bulbul, Scaly-breasted Munia, Purple-rumped Sunbird, Common Tailorbird, Ashy Prinia, Oriental Magpie-Robin, Rose-ringed Parakeet and Laughing Dove filled out a colourful and varied list. Dr. Manish shared his knowledge with warmth and enthusiasm, helping participants learn the calls and habits of the species they met, and the group left with a deeper appreciation for the birdlife of Nagpur’s lakes and green spaces and a shared sense of excitement for the next walk.
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