Joined up with BNHS for the Birds and Bats program at Elephanta.
Start early to capture the ‘Gateway of India’ at sunrise.
An early start also helps stay ahead of the boat-load of people who throng the island. Ferry’s start early around 7 am and continue through the day. To and fro tickets cost Rs. 150/-, the upper deck is an additional Rs. 10/- each way.
The 45 min ferry ride from the Gateway to the island
provides a glimpse of the shoreline around Gateway, Naval and Merchant vessels.
The walk along the jetty offers a good glimpse (interspersed
with the noisy toy train moving up and down the jetty) of waders.
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| Grey Heron |
The stairs leading up to the caves is lined by restaurants
and shops selling knick knacks – typical of tourist locations.
The caves seem to be pretty well maintained.
The walk up to the lake is interesting for birding.
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| Eagle |
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| Shikra |
- Grebe
- Indian Shag
- Little & Median Egret
- Ibis
- Grey Heron
- Black Kite
- Brahminy Kite
- Shikra
- Eagle
- Sandpiper
- Redshank
- Plover
- Gulls
- Small Blue Kingfisher
- White Breasted Kingfisher
- Grey Hornbill
- Wire Tailed Swallow
- Bats
Others:
- Skippers
- Carpenter Bee
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| Carpenter Bee |
