PfA Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Centre

Bengaluru may be known as India’s Silicon Valley, but amidst the busy streets and tall glass towers, the city is also home to a surprising wealth of birdlife. At People for Animals Wildlife Hospital , we see firsthand how urban landscapes and wildlife coexist — and sometimes collide — in this rapidly growing metropolis. One of the most heartening sights for Bengalureans is waking up to the calls and flashes of color from our feathered neighbors. Here’s a look at some of the most commonly spotted birds of Bengaluru: 1. House Crow (Corvus splendens) Intelligent, resourceful, and ever-present, the house crow is perhaps the most familiar bird of the city. Often seen near markets and food outlets, they play an important role as scavengers but are also indicators of how human waste disposal impacts wildlife. 2. Jungle Crow (Corvus macrorhynchos) Larger and more robust than the house crow, jungle crows are often seen in leafy neighborhoods, outskirts, and even within the city. Their loud “caw...

  When we think of wildlife, we often imagine large mammals, soaring birds, or elusive reptiles. But some of the most crucial members of our ecosystems are the smallest — our pollinators. In Bengaluru, a city rapidly expanding and changing, these tiny heroes continue to play an outsized role in maintaining the balance of nature. Why Pollinators Matter Pollinators — bees, butterflies, birds, bats, beetles, and more — are responsible for fertilizing over 75% of flowering plants , including many of the fruits and vegetables we eat. In urban ecosystems like Bengaluru’s, they are the silent custodians of biodiversity, ensuring plant reproduction, seed formation, and food availability for countless species, including us. Who Are Bengaluru’s Pollinators? Despite its urban landscape, Bengaluru is home to a diverse group of pollinators: Bees India is home to over 600 species of native bees , and many make their home in and around the green pockets of Bengaluru. Carpenter bees , leafcutter b...