Mumbai to host birdwatchers convention

The central theme of the three-day event is the `bird biodiversity of Mumbai metropolitan region`. The aim of the convention is to create awareness about bird observation and conservation among different age groups. Seveal programmes, including drawing competition for school students, photography competition and workshop, have also been arranged, the organisers said.

Besides this, a taxidermy workshop and bird watching program has been arranged. Registration for the convention has started and forms can be downloaded from www.25thpakshimitra.org website.