Pondicherry University, India
Aafreen Sami
Research Focus: I'm particularly focusing on understanding the diversity, abundance, and richness of avian communities, especially migratory species, as well as how they utilize their habitat and their feeding strategies in the study area. A key aspect of my work also involves identifying the biotic and abiotic factors that influence bird congregations in this important region, contributing to our knowledge of these vulnerable habitats. The ultimate objective of my work is to develop and implement sustainable conservation strategies for these waterbird populations, ensuring the active participation of local communities in the region.

First Prize in Photography Competition
A proud moment as an ornithologist: Receiving the first prize from the eminent Behavioral Ecologist Dr. Manjari Jain for the photography competition conducted as a part of the National Symposium on Avian Biology 2025, IISER MOHALI


Bird Count
Participated in Kudankulam Bird Count 2025, conducted by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)

Bird Count
Felicitated by the organizers of Kudankulam Bird Count 2025 conducted by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), for leading a bird walk



Research Work
Samples prepartion for microscopic observation and identificationbenthic fauna isolated from the sediments collected from feeding grounds of migratory birds (Saltpans of Kanniyakumari)
Poster Presentation
Poster presentation at the National Symposium on Avian Biology, 2025, held at IISER MOHALI

Lab work
Analyzing organic matter content in the sediments from the feeding grounds of water birds (Saltpans of Kanniyakumari)
