The National Zoological Park in New Delhi organized the 21st edition of its 'Sunday Bird Walk @ NZP' program on November 15, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. The event aimed to promote public participation in biodiversity monitoring and wildlife conservation, conducted under the guidance of bird expert Shri Vineet Kumar with support from dedicated volunteers.
Eight participants including bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, students, wildlife photographers, and citizens interested in biodiversity attended the walk. Zoo officials and the resource expert also participated, interacting with attendees and sharing knowledge throughout the activity. During the walk, participants recorded 42 bird species with more than 600 individual birds observed in the designated area.
A significant outcome was the addition of a new species—Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata)—to the bird checklist of the National Zoological Park, contributing to the documentation of the zoo's avian diversity. The event provided hands-on learning in bird identification and field-based biodiversity documentation, with expert insights into bird ecology, behavior, and conservation, particularly their role in natural pest control and as ecosystem health indicators.
The program operates with limited participation of 20-25 attendees per session, requiring prior registration on a first-come, first-served basis through the NZP website or mobile application from Monday to Friday each week. This content may not be financially relevant.