TGTDC launches Wings & Wilderness nature walk at Nanakramguda

The Telangana Tourism Development Corporation has launched weekly birdwatching and nature walks under its Wings & Wilderness initiative at Nanakramguda. The programme aims to promote biodiversity conservation, environmental awareness and nature-based tourism, with a special heritage walk planned

Hyderabad: To promote birdwatching, biodiversity conservation, environmental awareness and nature-based tourism, the Telangana Tourism Development Corporation (TGTDC) launched its ‘Wings & Wilderness – Nature Walk’ initiative at Ghar-e-Mubarak, Nanakramguda, here on Sunday. The TGTDC also decided to organise such nature walks every Sunday.

Around 30 birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts participated in the inaugural event. Participants had the opportunity to spot several bird species, including the Shikra, Indian Peafowl, Black Drongo, Green Bee-eater, Kingfisher, Golden Oriole, Asian Koel, Red-vented Bulbul and Red-wattled Lapwing.

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Experts explained techniques for identifying different bird species, their distinctive characteristics and how to identify them through their calls. Participants were also made aware of native and non-native plant species, the habitats they provide for birds and their ecological significance in maintaining environmental balance.

As part of the World Heritage Week celebrations, TGTDC Managing Director Kranthi Valluru announced that a special birdwatching and heritage walk titled ‘Wings over Heritage’ would be organised at the historic Qutb Shahi Tombs on November 22.

Interested participants may contact 80192 49292 for further information and registration.