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Senior Bird Guide
Ananya Iyer
Ananya specializes in rainforest birding, mixed feeding flocks, and helping guests sharpen visual and aural identification skills in dense forest habitats.
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Regions of expertise
Tours led by Ananya Iyer
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Monsoon Birding in the Western Ghats
Frogs calling, laughingthrushes moving, and rainforest birding in lush conditions.
A rain-rich journey through evergreen forests for endemics, vocal activity, and dramatic monsoon landscapes.
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Hornbills of Northeast India
Rainforest birding for hornbills, pittas, broadbills, and foothill specialties.
A richly atmospheric route in India’s northeast for hornbills, forest soundscapes, and subtropical diversity.
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Rainforest Endemics of Sri Lanka
Compact, endemic-rich birding through the island’s rainforest arc.
A polished island circuit concentrating on Sri Lanka’s endemic birds with comfortable lodges and efficient logistics.
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Wild Shores of Sri Lanka: Blue Whales and Birds
Seawatching, coastal birding, and marine wildlife along the island’s southern edge.
A marine-flavored natural history journey combining pelagic wildlife, lagoons, and coastal birding.
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Western Ghats Endemics Photography Hide
Forest-edge photography for colorful endemics, soft light, and behavior-rich sessions.
A small-group photo departure blending controlled setup sessions with field birding in evergreen forest landscapes.
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