Imagine yourself standing in a place where a gentle, cold breeze touches the soul, the smell of grass hits you with nostalgia, the silence of a fog-covered lake whispers louder than words, and the melodic chorus of birds fills the air. This is the experience that awaits you at Jahangirnagar University, the campus that has come alive with the song of migratory birds as the winter season approaches.

A wide variety of migratory bird species visit Jahangirnagar University every year. Guest birds, from faraway places like Siberia, Mongolia, China and Nepal, now fly gracefully over the campus lakes.

Tanvir, an alumnus of Jahangirnagar University, shares, “Although the number of migratory birds has reduced compared to previous years, many can still be spotted on campus. They are easily seen in various ponds and lakes, especially behind Pritilata Hall, Murad Chattar, the area known as Transport and Manpura, which is attached to Rabindra Hall.

Recalling his time in college, Tanvir gets nostalgic. “Every visit to the lakes was serene. Each time, the sight of guest birds flying over lakes filled with a layer of vibrant red water lilies created a magnificent landscape,” he adds.

It is believed that the first migratory birds arrived at Jahangirnagar University in 1986. From mid-October, areas north of the Himalayas experience heavy snowfall every year and for this reason, these Birds seek out temperate zones in search of food and nourishment. survive. The Jahangirnagar University campus, with its green spaces all around and lakes rich in food for birds, offers them shelter.

The presence of migratory birds in the lakes attracts not only the interest of university students but also a large number of visitors from outside the campus. During the winter season, hundreds of bird lovers, photographers and visitors visit the campus to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience some quiet time.

JU, with its serene lakes and lush greenery, presents itself as a winter sanctuary, attracting nature lovers to admire the timeless beauty of migratory birds adorning its waters – a peaceful retreat that captures the beauty of the season.