8 Exotic Birds To Spot In Keoladeo National Park This Summer

Tenzin Chodon

Indian Paradise Flycatcher

A common bird species found in wooded areas like Nursery and Sapan Mori. Adult males develop 30 cm long white tail streamers and actively hunt insects, often darting quickly through shaded forest cover.

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Indian Golden Oriole

A frequent resident found in the upper canopy across the park. Bright yellow with a black eye-streak, it feeds on fruits and insects and is known for its clear, flute-like whistle.

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Sarus Crane

Around 6 to 10 breeding pairs live in the park’s wetlands. The tallest flying bird, it forms lifelong pairs and performs synchronised calls and courtship dances during the breeding season.

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Painted Stork

One of the most common species, seen in large breeding colonies. These large waders have pink-tipped feathers and feed by sweeping their bills through shallow water to catch fish.

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Black-necked Stork

A rare and solitary species, with only a few pairs in the park. This large wader has a black neck, red legs, and hunts fish and reptiles in deeper wetlands.

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Indian Roller

A common resident of open grasslands and scrub areas. Its bright blue wings show during flight, especially in summer when males perform aerial dives and rolls as part of courtship.

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Coppersmith Barbet

Very common across wooded areas, often heard more than seen. This small green bird has a red forehead and makes a constant metallic “tuk-tuk” call throughout the day.

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Asian Green Bee-eater

Often seen on low perches, this green bird catches insects mid-air, usually hitting them on branches first to remove stings before eating them.

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