6 Migratory Birds Spotted In India During Summers — Check Them Out Here!
Black-Crowned Night Heron: They migrate from Eastern Europe and Western Asia to Bengal in India in March–May.
Recognizable by its black-capped body and gray back, they prefer brackish water bodies and feed on aquatic vegetation and small fish.
Eurasian Golden Oriole: They migrate from Europe and Africa in the summers to India.
Has bright yellow plumage and a distinct whistling call, they thrive in tropical and subtropical forests and savannas.
Comb Duck: They migrate to Haryana, India, from sub-Saharan Africa.
Also known as Natka, the bird has a unique knob on its peak, white underparts, and a glossy blue-green back. They feed on plant matter, seeds, and small fish.
Blue-Cheeked Bee Eater: Travels to India for summer from Europe, West Asia, and Africa.
They are notable for their blue cheek patch and curved bill, with a loud Prruup sound. They feed on flying insects, including Indian dragonflies.
Asian Koel (Eudynamys Scolopaceus): They migrate from Singapore to southern India.
Famous for its koo-kooo sound, this cuckoo bird is recognized by their irises, which are dark red, while their peaks are creamy beige.
Blue-tailed Bee Eater: Migrate from Southeast Asian countries to Northern India.
Bright-coloured birds with dominant brownish-green plumage, distinctive black eye stripes, and bluish tails mainly inhabit forests, wetlands, gardens, and urban areas.