Overview: Kumaraguru Institutions actively participated in the 2025 Synchronized Bird Estimate for terrestrial birds, organized by the Coimbatore Forest Division. For the second consecutive year, 18 students collaborated with experts from Coimbatore Nature Society, Tamil Nadu Nature and Butterfly Society, and WWF India to document bird species across key forest regions in Coimbatore.
Project Description
Kumaraguru Institutions actively participated in the Synchronized Bird Estimate 2025 for terrestrial birds, organized by the Coimbatore Forest Division, Tamil Nadu Forest Department. This was the second consecutive year of our participation in this important biodiversity survey. A total of 18 students from Kumaraguru collaborated with experts from the Coimbatore Nature Society, Tamilnadu Nature and Butterfly Society, WWF India to document bird species across key forest regions in Coimbatore.
The survey, conducted in Phase 2, recorded an impressive 9,033 birds of 232 species within the Coimbatore Forest Division, highlighting the rich avian diversity of the region. The students contributed valuable data on bird populations and their habitats, enhancing scientific understanding and conservation efforts.
Ahead of the survey, students attended an orientation session at the Central Academy for State Forest Service, where they gained insights into bird identification techniques and data recording methods.Through such initiatives, Kumaraguru Institutions continue to foster a deep connection with nature while encouraging students to engage in meaningful conservation efforts.
Key Highlights
- 9,033 birds documented across 232 species in the Coimbatore Forest Division.
- 18 students from Kumaraguru collaborated with experts for scientific data collection.
- Strengthened conservation efforts through student-led data collection.
- Enhanced biodiversity awareness with hands-on training in bird identification and habitat study
Focus Area: Biodiversity Enrichment