Wildlife Research and Conservation Society
Ujani Bird Count November 2024: A Citizen Science Program
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The Ujani Waterbird Count was organized in collaboration with Solapur Forest Division. This was a Citizen Science Program conducted on 24th November 2024 from 7:00 AM to 11:00 Am at 14 different locations. We are excited to share the outcomes of the recent Ujani Waterbird Count, conducted across 14 locations surrounding the Ujani reservoir. This extensive survey aimed to document the Ujani's rich bird diversity, particularly focusing on waterbirds, assess their conservation status, migratory pattern and develop management action plan for Ujani reservoir.
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The survey covered prominent waterbird habitats across 14 distinct locations, including Bhigwan/Takrarwadi, Diksal, Kondhar Chincholi, Kumbhargaon, Dalaj, Vitthalwadi, Khatgaon, Kettur, Agoti, Kalthan, Shaha, Surli, Wangi, and Sangvi. Each site holds its own ecological significance in supporting waterbird populations. The accompanying map offers a detailed visualization of these survey sites.​​​​​​​​
A total of 161 bird species were documented during the Ujani waterbird Count Nov- 24. Among them, 27% were migratory, 65% were resident, 37% were waterbird species and 9% were local migrants.
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The graph below, illustrates the highest species diversity documented at top five locations during the Ujani Waterbird Count. Among the surveyed sites, Kaltan emerged as the most diverse location, with a total count of 94 bird species. Followed by Vitthalwadi being the second most diverse location with 85 species and Bhigwan with 79 species.
The survey highlighted the presence of several species listed on the IUCN Red List. The Ujani reservoir and its associated habitats serve as critical stopover sites for migratory birds and breeding grounds for resident waterbird species. These findings emphasize the importance of protecting these vulnerable populations and their habitats.
The graph below highlights the Top 5 waterbird species with the highest number of individuals recorded during the survey. The River Tern had the highest count, with nearly 500 individuals, followed closely by the Brown-headed Gull. The numbers then gradually decrease, with the Eurasian Coot, Whiskered Tern, and Little Cormorant showing lower counts.
Here is the detailed checklist of bird species recorded during the November Bird Count 2024. This comprehensive list represents the incredible diversity of avian life observed during the survey and highlights the rich biodiversity of the region.
Species Name |
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Common Tailorbird (Orthotomus sutorius) |
Plain Prinia (Prinia inornata) |
Zitting Cisticola (Cisticola juncidis) |
Blyth's Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus dumetorum) |
Booted Warbler (Iduna caligata) |
Clamorous Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus stentoreus) |
Paddyfield Warbler (Acrocephalus agricola) |
Sykes's Warbler (Iduna rama) |
Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) |
Dusky Crag-Martin (Ptyonoprogne concolor) |
Eastern Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis daurica) |
Streak-throated Swallow (Petrochelidon fluvicola) |
Wire-tailed Swallow (Hirundo smithii) |
Red-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus cafer) |
Red-whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus jocosus) |
Common Chiffchaff (Phylloscopus collybita) |
Yellow-browed Warbler (Phylloscopus inornatus) |
Lesser Whitethroat (Curruca curruca) |
Yellow-eyed Babbler (Chrysomma sinense) |
Indian White-eye (Zosterops palpebrosus) |
Common Babbler (Argya caudata) |
Jungle Babbler (Argya striata) |
Large Gray Babbler (Argya malcolmi) |
Brahminy Starling (Sturnia pagodarum) |
Chestnut-tailed Starling (Sturnia malabarica) |
Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis) |
Indian Pied Starling (Gracupica contra) |
Jungle Myna (Acridotheres fuscus) |
Rosy Starling (Pastor roseus) |
Bluethroat (Luscinia svecica) |
Brown Rock Chat (Oenanthe fusca) |
Indian Robin (Copsychus fulicatus) |
Oriental Magpie-Robin (Copsychus saularis) |
Pied Bushchat (Saxicola caprata) |
Red-breasted Flycatcher (Ficedula parva) |
Siberian Stonechat (Saxicola maurus) |
Thick-billed Flowerpecker (Pachyglossa agilis) |
Purple Sunbird (Cinnyris asiaticus) |
Purple-rumped Sunbird (Leptocoma zeylonica) |
Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) |
House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) |
Gray Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea) |
Paddyfield Pipit (Anthus rufulus) |
Tree Pipit (Anthus trivialis) |
Western Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) |
White Wagtail (Motacilla alba) |
White-browed Wagtail (Motacilla maderaspatensis) |
Common Rosefinch (Carpodacus erythrinus) |
Black-headed Bunting (Emberiza melanocephala) |
Red-headed Bunting (Emberiza bruniceps) |
Garganey (Spatula querquedula) |
Gadwall (Mareca strepera) |
Common Pochard (Aythya ferina) |
Bar-headed Goose (Anser indicus) |
The success of this Ujani Waterbird Count can be contributed to all the participants who selflessly participated for this count.
Illustration Credit: https://birdsoftheworld.org/bow/home