Winter migratory birds visit Nilgiris in large numbers, buntings recorded for first time

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• These discoveries mark significant additions to the district’s avifaunal list.
• In addition to these rare first-time sightings, a number of regular winter migrants have also appeared in the hills,” he said.
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• Das said these species include the Eurasian Wryneck, Kashmir Flycatcher, Pin-tailed Snipe, Whiskered Tern, Indian Blue Robin, and Blue Rock Thrush, along with several other seasonal visitors.
• Murali Moorthy, another bird-watcher in the Nilgiris said many birds of prey, including the Greater spotted eagle and the Steppe Eagle have been documented in greater numbers this year when compared to previous years.