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Birding in Kaziranga National Park

Birds are an important part of Kaziranga’s beauty. The tall grasslands, marshes, and river channels attract hundreds of resident and migratory birds. Their calls and movement add colour and energy to every safari. For birdwatchers, Kaziranga is one of the best places in India, offering many chances to see rare and interesting species.

More than 450 bird species have been recorded here. Winter brings a large number of migratory waterbirds, while the forest patches support hornbills, owls, and woodpeckers. The wetlands across the park make birding enjoyable for both beginners and experienced bird lovers.

Ranthambore’s Major Bird Checklist

Here are some of the most commonly seen and popular bird groups in Kaziranga:

Hornbills: Includes Great Hornbill and Oriental Pied Hornbill, often seen near forest patches.
Storks: Common along wetlands. Look for Painted Stork, Black Necked Stork, and Openbill Stork.
Egrets and Herons: Tall wading birds seen around beels and marshes.
Waterfowl: Large flocks of geese, teals, pintails, and other migratory ducks arrive in winter.
Eagles and Raptors: Pallas’s Fish Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, and Changeable Hawk Eagle are often seen soaring above the park.
Kingfishers: Pied Kingfisher, Stork Billed Kingfisher, and Common Kingfisher stay active around river edges.
Pelicans and Cormorants: Seen in and around large water bodies.
Peafowl (Pavo cristatus): Often found in open meadows and forest edges.
Woodpeckers and Barbets: Heard in dense forest patches.
Owls and Owlets: Brown Fish Owl and Jungle Owlet are common night and dusk species.
Nightjars: Seen around grasslands and tracks during early mornings or evenings.