Kashmir is home to many beautiful birds, and each one has a special name in the Kashmiri language. In this blog, we’ll look at the Kashmiri names of birds and answer the question, “What are birds called in Kashmiri?” Whether you’re a bird lover or just curious, exploring these names will give you a glimpse into the local culture and the rich diversity of avian life in this stunning region. Let’s dive in and discover the names of birds in Kashmiri!
| ENGLISH | KASHMIRI |
|---|---|
| Blue whistling thrush | Hazār dāstān |
| Golden oriole | Poshi Nool |
| Wryneck | Vírí mót |
| Streaked laughingthrush | Sheeni Pi-Pin |
| Long-tailed shrike | Haaerι waatιj |
| Common starling | Tsιni haangur |
| Crow | Kaav |
| Pigeon | Kotur |
| Rose ringed parakeet | Show-gi |
| Barn swallow | Kȧtíj , Abābīl |
| Common myna | Haaer |
| Himalayan bulbul | Bílbíčur |
| House sparrow | ʦȧr – ʦaer |
| Collared dove | Kukíl |
| Tickell’s thrush | Kóstūr |
| Northern pintail | Pačhín |
| Hoopoe | Satut or Hud hud |
| Black kite | Gän̂ṭh |
| Vulture | Gr̂ad |
| Blue heron | Br̂ag |
