Migratory Monsoon Birds In India And Where To Find Them

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Indian Pitta (Pitta brachyura)

A vibran bird that arrives in India during the monsoon for breeding. It prefers dense forests across the subcontinent.​

Indian Pitta | DepositPhotos

Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa)

Breeds in Europe and Central Asia, migrating to Indian wetlands like Chilika Lake and Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary during the monsoon.

A shot of a Black-tailed Godwit | Shutterstock

Eurasian Golden Oriole (Oriolus oriolus)

Breeds in Europe and western Asia, migrating to India during the monsoon. They can be found in forests and wooded areas across the country.​

An Indian golden oriole at the Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary | Shutterstock

Blue-tailed Bee-eater (Merops philippinus)

This colourful bird breeds in India during the monsoon, especially near water bodies in peninsular regions.

Blue-tailed bee-eater | Shutterstock

Common Redshank (Tringa totanus)

This wader breeds in Europe and Asia, migrating to Indian coasts and wetlands during the monsoon, including areas like the Sundarbans.​

Spotted Redshank | Shutterstock

Pied Cuckoo (Clamator jacobinus)

Known as the "Rain Bird," it migrates from Africa to India before the monsoon, heralding the rains. They are commonly seen in central and northern India.​

Pied Cuckoo on a branch | visit_rb/instagram

Grey Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea)

Breeds in Europe and Central Asia, migrating to Indian streams and rivers during the monsoon. They can often be seen in hilly regions.​

A beautiful Grey Wagtail | Wikimedia Commons

White-breasted Waterhen (Amaurornis phoenicurus)

Resident in India but shows increased activity and breeding during the monsoon, inhabiting wetlands and marshes nationwide.​

A White-breasted Waterhen | John Harrison/Wikimedia Commons

Asian Koel (Eudynamys scolopaceus)

A resident bird that becomes more vocal and active during the monsoon breeding season. They can commonly be found in gardens and forests.​

A shot of a male Asian Koel | Wikimedia Commons

Indian Paradise Flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi)

Breeds in India during the monsoon, favouring deciduous forests and wooded habitats across the subcontinent.

A shot of a Indian Paradise Flycatcher | Shutterstock

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