About Us – Birding with Lez
Welcome to Birding with Lez, a space where our shared love for birds, nature, and travel comes to life.
We are Leslie and Verena, a birding duo who find joy and inspiration in every flutter, call, and rustle of the wild.
Just the two of us… building them castles in the sky…
Leslie Pereira
Verena Pereira
Our Story
What began as quiet morning walks with cameras and handycam in 2011 soon grew into a lifelong passion for birding.
From the lush forests of Goa, Sawantwadi, Western Ghats, Uttarakhand, Bundi Kota, Bharatpur, Rajasthan to the misty hills of Arunachal Pradesh, we’ve spent countless hours discovering and documenting the incredible diversity of India’s birdlife.
Each trip deepened our curiosity — not just about the species we saw, but about their behaviors, songs, and the fragile ecosystems they call home.
That curiosity became this blog — Birding with Lez — a space to share our stories, sightings, and simple moments of wonder with fellow bird lovers.
What You’ll Find Here
Through our posts, we bring you:
- 🐦 Birding essays and observations from across India’s landscapes
- 📸 Photography tips and gear recommendations
- 🗺️ Travel notes from hidden birding destinations
- 📚 Guides and reviews on binoculars, cameras, spotting scopes, and books
Every word and image is crafted from firsthand experience — to inspire your next birding journey or help you simply appreciate the nature around you.
Our Philosophy
Birding isn’t just a hobby; it’s a way of slowing down and reconnecting with the rhythms of the earth.
Through Birding with Lez, we hope to encourage mindful travel, respect for wildlife, and a deep appreciation for the birds that share our world.
Join Us on Our Journey
Whether you’re a beginner birdwatcher or a seasoned birder, we invite you to join us as we explore new trails, capture rare sightings, and share the magic of birdlife through our lenses and words.
Follow our adventures, read our latest stories, and discover how birding can transform the way you see the world.
📧 Get in touch:
If you’d like to collaborate, share a birding story, or simply say hello, drop us a message at birdingwithlez@gmail.com.
Let’s keep our eyes to the skies — together.
– Leslie & Verena