Field Work and Wildlife Expeditions in Delhi NCR
Get a raw look at our fieldwork, from setting camera traps in the Aravallis to tracking pugmarks in the urban fringe. See what it actually takes to document the city's hidden wild.
Our team taking a break during the Asola leopard survey project. Fieldwork involves long hours of tracking and patience.
Setting up our gear in the dense scrub of the Aravallis. Every tour feels like joining a research expedition.
Discussing our plan of action for the day. Teamwork and local knowledge are essential to our success in the field.
Examining the ground for tracks and signs. This is a key skill we teach on our tours, learning to read the stories left by animals.
A clear leopard pugmark found in the sand, circled for documentation. A pen is used for scale. This is the evidence that fuels our explorations.
Back at the jeep, we transfer data from our camera traps. Technology plays a huge role in our non-invasive documentation of wildlife.
A composite of our 2023 work, showing a Barn Owl on a balcony, a result of our venture into remote photography and camera trapping.
A leopard silhouette against the sky with a plane flying over, a shot from 2023 that captures the essence of our urban wildlife storytelling.
About Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Field
Getting into the field isn't just about spotting wildlife; it's about learning to read the forest. When you join us, you will learn to identify pugmarks in the sand, set up camera traps for nocturnal sightings, and use ethical tracking methods that keep both you and the animals safe in the Aravalli scrub.
The Realities of Fieldwork
Our guided tours are not passive sightseeing trips. When we head into the Aravallis or the wetlands around Gurugram and Faridabad, we are there to document. You will see firsthand how we manage long hours of tracking, which involves reading the ground for fresh signs, analyzing scat, and understanding animal behavior before we even pick up a camera.
Tools of the Trade
We demystify the technology behind our findings. During these sessions, you will get hands-on experience with the gear that makes our work possible:
- Camera Traps: We show you how we place and mask traps to capture elusive nocturnal species without disturbing their natural patterns.
- Field Optics: Learn to use high-power torches and tracking lights to spot eye-shine in the dark.
- Documentation: From transferring data in the back of a jeep to logging findings in eBird, we teach the process of turning a sighting into a useful data point for conservation.
Why We Go Into the Field
Beyond the thrill of a rare sighting, these trips are about understanding the urban wild. We discuss the conservation challenges these animals face daily, from habitat fragmentation to the impact of road networks. By bringing you into the field, we hope to bridge the gap between people and the wildlife living right at their doorstep. Whether we are tracking a leopard in the Aravalli fringe or birding at the Najafgarh wetlands, the goal is always to foster a deeper connection through observation and ethical documentation.
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