Reason for rare sightings

Naturalist and Wildlife Photographer Mahesh Yadav, who is a regular birder said, “A sudden spike in rare bird sightings doesn’t always mean more birds. It often means we’re noticing them more, alongside real ecological shifts. One key factor is improved observer effort. The rise of birding groups, social media alerts, and platforms like eBird, means more eyes in the field and faster reporting. Areas like Aarey, Uran wetlands, and Bhigwan are being watched more closely than ever.”
Yadav also pointed out that seasonal and climatic changes also play a role.

Birder and wildlife ptohographer Yogesh Patel said, “Altered wind patterns, unseasonal rain, and temperature shifts linked to climate change can push migratory birds off their usual routes, leading to vagrancy explaining species like the Arctic tern or Siberian thrush turning up far from expected ranges. Habitat changes are another trigger. Urbanisation, wetland loss, and shifting food availability can force birds to explore new stopover sites. Conversely, temporary improvements like water retention in wetlands attract unusual visitors.”