Pelagics of Mumbai
While most pelagic birds are seen far offshore, extreme weather events and unusual atmospheric conditions occasionally push oceanic species closer to the coast. This collection documents rare and unexpected seabird sightings from land along Mumbai’s coastline — a fascinating glimpse into the power of nature and migration. During such events, coastal birders observed uncommon visitors like the Masked Booby, Arctic Skua, Christmas Island Frigatebird, and Lesser Noddy, along with terns such as the Bridled Tern, White-cheeked Tern, and Arctic Tern — typically seen only during boat trips or on remote islands. These extraordinary moments highlight Mumbai’s hidden connection to the open ocean, and the role of shifting weather patterns in bird movement along the Arabian Sea.
