Vedanthangal Water Birds Dataset

The Vedanthangal Water Birds Dataset features a diverse collection of water bird images from the Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, India. Curated for bird classification, deep learning research, and ornithology studies, this dataset serves as a valuable resource for AI-driven wildlife conservation and image recognition applications.

Dataset Structure 

Categories:

• Water Fowls – Ducks, geese, and swans commonly found in wetlands.
• Wading Birds & Shore Birds – Egrets, sandpipers, and plovers that thrive in shallow waters.
• Terns & Gulls – Seabirds known for their distinct flight patterns.
• Flamingos, Herons & Storks – Iconic large wading birds of the sanctuary.
• Kingfishers – Small, brightly colored birds known for their diving skills.

Files Included:

• 🖼️ Images (JPG/PNG format) – High-resolution images of various bird species.
• 📄 metadata.csv – Contains filenames, species categories, bird names, descriptions, and habitat details.

Applications 🎯

✅ Bird Species Classification & Recognition 🦜
✅ Deep Learning & AI-Powered Image Processing 🤖
✅ Ornithology, Wildlife Research & Conservation Studies 📖