Indian Roller Blue Jay (Coracias Benghalensis)
Being very common in the populated plains of India, it is associated with legends. A local name is Neelkanth (meaning "blue throat"), a name associated with the deity Shiva (who drank poison resulting in the blue throat). During former times, a captive roller would be released by the local ruler during festivals such as Dussera and Durga Puja. The Indian Roller has been chosen as the state bird by the Indian states of Telangana, Karnataka and Odisha. More: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Roller
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The common shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is a waterfowl species widespread and common in temperate Eurasia, and wintering in subtropical regions though rarely seen in eastern part of India. It is a striking bird, with a reddish-pink bill, pink feet, a white body with chestnut patches and a black belly, and a dark green head and neck.
Gajaldoba is a small village on the western side of Teesta River in the Oodlabari area of Jalpaiguri district (West Bengal, India). Gajaldoba is famous for the dam on River Teesta, constructed for irrigation of agricultural lands, which resulted in a large waterbody upstream and has become home to many migratory birds during the winter. The natural beauty of the place with its view of the forest, river and majestic Kangchenjunga is awe inspiring!
The wetland with sprawling vegetation and reedbeds is a safe haven of at least 100 species of birds, primarily the waterfowls, which attracts a number of winter migrants. Birds from Europe, Central and southeast Asia, Ladakh and Himalayas winter here. Gajaldoba now host at least 20,000 waterfowls in the peak season (November to March) and becoming a significant global waterfowl habitat.
Gajaldoba took increased prominence due to the state government's initiative to promote a mega tourism hub in the area. An area of more than 200 acres has been demarcated for the purpose and infrastructure is being developed. In the near future, the area is expected to become one of the high end tourist destinations of Bengal.
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The common shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is a waterfowl species widespread and common in temperate Eurasia, and wintering in subtropical regions though rarely seen in eastern part of India. It is a striking bird, with a reddish-pink bill, pink feet, a white body with chestnut patches and a black belly, and a dark green head and neck.
Gajaldoba is a small village on the western side of Teesta River in the Oodlabari area of Jalpaiguri district (West Bengal, India). Gajaldoba is famous for the dam on River Teesta, constructed for irrigation of agricultural lands, which resulted in a large waterbody upstream and has become home to many migratory birds during the winter. The natural beauty of the place with its view of the forest, river and majestic Kangchenjunga is awe inspiring!
The wetland with sprawling vegetation and reedbeds is a safe haven of at least 100 species of birds, primarily the waterfowls, which attracts a number of winter migrants. Birds from Europe, Central and southeast Asia, Ladakh and Himalayas winter here. Gajaldoba now host at least 20,000 waterfowls in the peak season (November to March) and becoming a significant global waterfowl habitat.
Gajaldoba took increased prominence due to the state government's initiative to promote a mega tourism hub in the area. An area of more than 200 acres has been demarcated for the purpose and infrastructure is being developed. In the near future, the area is expected to become one of the high end tourist destinations of Bengal.
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Banabitan (Salt Lake), Kolkata
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The drongos are a family of small passerine birds of the Old World tropics, the Dicruridae. The family Dicruridae are believed to be most likely of Indo Malayan origin with a colonization of Africa about 15 million years ago. These insectivorous birds are found in usually open forests or bush. Most are black or dark grey in colour, sometimes with metallic tints. They have long forked tails, and some Asian species have elaborate tail decorations. They have short legs and sit very upright whilst perched, like a shrike.
More: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drongo
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সিপাহী বুলবুলি, Red whiskered bulbul (Pycnonotus jocosus) enjoying the fruits of Neem (নিম in Bangla) tree, Azadirachta indica
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Neem (Azadirachta indica)
In India, the plant is known as Sacred Tree - a Nature's Drugstore. Products made from neem trees have been used in India for over two millennia for their medicinal properties and is considered a major component in Ayurvedic medicine. Neem products are believed to be anthelmintic, antifungal, antidiabetic, antibacterial, antiviral, contraceptive and sedative.
Moreover, neem is a key ingredient in non-pesticidal management, providing a natural alternative to synthetic pesticides
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