Indian Pittas migrating south face fatal collisions with reflective buildings in Hyderabad. NGOs and volunteers have rescued several injured birds, urging citizens to report sightings to experts for proper care and rehabilitation, avoiding direct handling that could harm the birds

Sangareddy: The winter migration of Indian Pitta, a colourful passerine bird that breeds in the Himalayan foothills of India, Nepal, and parts of Pakistan, has begun as the species moves southward to escape the harsh northern winter.

Every year, thousands of these birds undertake the long journey, often covering several thousand kilometres. Many, however, collapse mid-route due to exhaustion or fatal collisions with reflective glass buildings and trees. The rise of high-rises with mirror facades in cities, inc

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