Yellow-eyed Pigeon

Description:

A winter visitor to North-west India, they arrive in large flocks. This species has been on a rapid decline due to hunting and habitat loss due to change in agricultural practices on their breeding and wintering grounds. It is now considered to have qualified for the 'Vulnerable' status by IUCN.

Habitat:

Open area with scattered trees and shrubs.

Notes:

Spotted a flock of them foraging on the grass seeds.