Munsyari, Uttarakhand

Birds in Munsyari

Munsyari offers an opportunity of spotting the state bird of Uttarakhand- the Himalayan Monal. Not only this, while you’re in Munsyari, you’ll also spot the White Throated Tit which happens to be a critically endangered bird. Other feathers which you can tuck in your birding cap include Grey Bellied Tesia, Robin Accentor, Himalayan Cutia, Green-tailed Sunbird, Satyr Tragopan, Chestnut Crowned Warbler, Great Crested Tit, Golden Eagle, Snowy Browed Flycatcher, Red Headed Bullfinch, Bearded Vulture, Snow Partridge, Eurasian Woodcock, Hill Partridge, Spotted Laughing Thrush, Rose Finch, Great Throated Parrotbill, Black Throated Parrotbill, Pied Thrush and many more. One more amazing bird you can hope to see here is the Fire Breasted Flycatcher. Did you know it is one of the smallest birds of Asia?

Now let me tell you about the best time for birding in Munsyari. In winter, this area is engulfed by a thick blanket of snow. The view in winters is mind-blowing. But the best time to bird is in summers when the snow has melted and the hills and valleys are covered in lush greenery, and that period is March to June.

Popular Spots at Munsyari, Uttarakhand

Munsyari has a good number of spots where birding activity thrives. Take, for instance, the Gori Ganga Basin which happens to be the home of over 320 species of birds including many rare, endemic, and endangered ones. Are you aware that this basin has been designated as “An important bird area” by the Birdlife International?

Another happening spot would be the surrounding forest areas of Nanda Devi Temple. The road between Ratapani and Munsyari is also famous as a birding spot but in the mornings.

Apart from these, Munsyari offers other activities and places of interest like Birthi Falls, Betuli Dhar, Maheshwari Kund, and an excellent view of Nandaghungti, Nandakot, Shiplakot, Rambha and Panchachuli Peak. Apart from Birding, Munsyari is also famous for its treks to the snow-capped mountains and glaciers. Even first-timers would enjoy these. So go, take a look and enjoy the place.