Bird Walk near Lulung, Mayurbhanj Odisha
- Mayurbhanj
- 19 October, 2025
- Rs 150/- per head
- Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.
About Lulung
Lulung in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, lies near the Similipal region and is at the interface of forest and riverine systems. The habitat includes tropical moist deciduous forest, riverine corridors, seasonal streams, and patches of semi-evergreen forest. Birdlife here may include species of tropical forest interiors (e.g. bulbuls, barbets, flycatchers), as well as riparian species (kingfishers, wagtails, herons). The forest may also support mammals like deer, primates, elephants, etc.
Threats include deforestation, shifting cultivation, forest fires, human-wildlife conflicts, and infrastructure development (roads). Conservation in Mayurbhanj is tied to larger protected area systems (e.g. Similipal Tiger Reserve). Strengthening buffer zone management, regulating tourism, involving local tribal communities, and restoring degraded patches are key to long-term viability.
Partnered with
Bird Guide: Barun Raj Kisku
With a Master’s in Visual Arts, Barun blends creativity with conservation, leading bird walks for nature enthusiasts and participating in wetland bird censuses across Odisha, including Chilika. Passionate about protecting wildlife, he also undertakes eco-friendly projects, art and photography initiatives, and tourism work across the state.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of Lulung
In Lulung (Mayurbhanj district, Odisha), near forest and stream habitats, typical bird species in eBird and regional lists include White-throated Kingfisher, Blue-tailed Bee-eater, Indian Roller, Green Bee-eater, Black Drongo, Ashy Drongo, Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Common Iora, Coppersmith Barbet, Tailorbird, Jungle Babbler, Oriental Magpie Robin, Chestnut-rumped Thornbill, Malabar Pied Hornbill, and woodpeckers such as Black-rumped Flameback. In denser forest patches, one might also find Greater Racket-tailed Drongo, Asian Fairy Bluebird, Rufous Woodpecker, Himalayan Bulbul (depending on elevation), or Greater Pied Hornbill (if habitat supports).
Seasonal migrants or riparian species (depending on streams) include Barn Swallow, Paddyfield Pipit, Yellow Wagtail, and Pied Kingfisher along waterbodies.
Greater Coucal
Shikra
Baya Weaver
White-throated Kingfisher
Heart-spotted Woodpecker
Rufous Treepie
Plain Prinia
Red-whiskered Bulbul
Coppersmith Barbet
Indian Robin
Pale-billed Flowerpecker
Crested Serpent Eagle
Eurasian Hoopoe
Spotted Owlet
White-browed Wagtail
Red-wattled Lapwing
Scarlet Minivet
Asian Palm Swift
Common Iora
Asian Koel
- Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.
