Spot 7 beautiful birds commonly seen in India during summer, from the singing Asian Koel to the colourful Indian Pitta and peacock displays
New Delhi: Summer in India brings bright sunshine, flowering trees, and the sound of birds everywhere. During this season, many bird species become more active and easier to spot in gardens, forests, wetlands, parks, and even crowded cities. Trees filled with fruits and flowers, along with shrinking water sources, attract birds and increase their activity.
For birdwatchers, photographers, and nature lovers, summer is one of the best times to enjoy India’s rich birdlife. Here are seven bird species you are likely to see in India this summer.
Asian Koel Becomes the Voice of Summer
The Asian Koel is one of the most common birds heard during Indian summers. Its famous “koo-ooo” call is often linked with the arrival of summer and mango season.
During the breeding season, the bird calls loudly, especially in the morning and evening. The male Asian Koel is shiny black with red eyes, while the female is brown with white spots and streaks.
These birds are commonly seen in parks, gardens, orchards, and residential areas where fruit trees like mango, banyan, and peepal grow. The Asian Koel is also known for laying its eggs in the nests of other birds, especially crows.
Because of its loud voice, people often hear the bird before they actually see it.
Indian Paradise Flycatcher Attracts Attention With Its Long Tail
The Indian Paradise Flycatcher is one of the most beautiful birds seen during summer in India. Birdwatchers and photographers love this bird because of its elegant look and flying style.
Male birds have long white tail feathers and shiny black heads, while females are brown with shorter tails.
The bird catches insects while flying and is usually found near forests, orchards, biodiversity parks, and wooded areas. In northern India, more sightings happen during summer as the bird arrives for breeding.
The Aravali region and many forest areas in north India are known for regular sightings of this species during the hotter months.
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White-throated Kingfisher Adds Bright Colours to the Landscape
The White-throated Kingfisher is one of the most colourful birds found across India during summer. Unlike many kingfishers, this bird is not seen only near water.
People often spot it in villages, parks, gardens, farmlands, and even sitting on electric wires near roads. It has bright blue wings, a brown body, a white throat, and a red beak.
The bird eats insects, frogs, lizards, small fish, and rodents. During summer, smaller water bodies make it easier for the bird to find food, which also makes it easier for people to spot the species.
The bird usually sits quietly in open areas before quickly diving down to catch its prey.
Rose-ringed Parakeets Remain Active in Cities
The Rose-ringed Parakeet is one of the most familiar birds in Indian cities. These green parrots move in groups and make loud screeching sounds that are easy to notice.
The birds live comfortably in urban areas, parks, gardens, and farms. During summer, they feed on fruits, seeds, grains, and flowers.
Male parakeets have a black and rose-coloured ring around their necks, while females usually do not have this ring.
People often see these birds flying together during mornings and evenings when the weather is cooler.
Indian Pitta Brings Colour to Forest Floors
The Indian Pitta, also called the “Navrang” or “nine-coloured bird,” is one of the most colourful birds seen during summer in India.
Its feathers show shades of green, blue, yellow, orange, black, and white. Even though it looks very colourful, it can still be difficult to spot because it spends most of its time on the ground among dry leaves.
The bird lives in scrub forests, wooded gardens, and forest areas where it searches for insects and worms.
During summer, the species arrives in many parts of India for breeding. Birdwatchers also recognise it by its special two-note whistle heard during mornings and evenings.
Because sightings are rare and short, many bird lovers feel excited whenever they spot this bird.
Purple Sunbird Becomes Busy Around Flowers
The Purple Sunbird becomes very active during summer as flowers bloom in gardens and parks.
This small bird is often compared to a hummingbird because of its quick movements. Male birds shine with metallic purple-blue feathers during the breeding season, while females are olive-yellow.
The bird mainly drinks nectar from flowers and helps in pollination. People often see Purple Sunbirds moving quickly around flowering plants in parks, balconies, and gardens.
Their fast movements and sharp calls make them interesting to watch.
Indian Peafowl Puts on a Grand Display Before Monsoon
The Indian Peafowl, which is India’s national bird, becomes more active during late summer and before the monsoon season.
Male peacocks spread their colourful tail feathers and perform beautiful dances to attract females. Their shining blue and green feathers create a stunning sight.
People usually spot peafowls near forests, village areas, farms, and wildlife sanctuaries. During summer, lack of water often brings them closer to human settlements.
Their loud calls are commonly heard before rainfall or during humid weather.
Summer Is the Best Season to Enjoy Birdwatching
Experts say early mornings and evenings are the best times to watch birds during summer because birds stay more active when temperatures are lower.
Parks, wetlands, forest edges, and biodiversity areas across India become perfect places for birdwatching during this season. Experts also advise people to keep water bowls for birds, grow native plants, and protect green spaces to help birds survive extreme summer heat and habitat loss.
With colourful feathers, unique calls, and lively activity, these seven bird species make India’s summer season even more beautiful for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
