The sixth edition of Chennai Bird Race will be held on Dec.30. This is organised by Tamil Birds and Madras Naturalists Society (MNS), along with HSBC and Yuhina Eco-Media
Birdwatchers will set out at dawn for various parts of the city that have green cover or water bodies and try and spot as many birds as they can in teams of four (including one expert). Beginners, especially children can also participate in it.
Birding stops at sunset; thereafter, all the teams meet to discuss the day’s highlights and share their experiences.
The chief coordinators for this year’s BirdRace are K.V. Sudhakar (President, Madras Naturalists’ Society) and V .Santharam (Director, Institute of Bird Studies, Rishi Valley).
To register log on to www.blackbuck.org.in. Registration is free.
Last date for registration will be midnight of Dec.25. For more info call 98400 90875 or 99625 15479 or write to chennaibirdrace@gmail.com.
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