The Photography, Trekking, Eco, and Social Responsibility Clubs of Apollo University organised a workshop ‘Vihangam - Birds and Birdwatching’ at their campus, here on Saturday. Popular birdwatcher ‘Birdman’ Karthik of Tirupati led the session, which was attended by around 200 medical and nursing students.
Birdman Karthik discussed the importance of birds in the ecosystem and highlighted their role in seed dispersal, pollination, and insect control. He also talked about the benefits of birdwatching, including its ability to improve mental and physical health, stress reduction, and connecting people with nature.
“Birds are essential to the health of our planet. Birdwatching is a great way to learn about birds and their role in the environment. It is also a fun and relaxing activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages,” he said. Apollo University management personnel, including Naresh Reddy, Prof. Sethu, Dr. Kailashnath Reddy, Dr. Mahendranath, Naveen, Purushotham, and others also participated in the programme.
