Debabrata Das (b.1969) is a famous writer and author in many areas of science and humanities. He did Ph. D. in Botany (Forest Ecology). He is presently working as Associate Professor and Head, Department of Botany, Government General Degree College, Lalgarh, Jhargram, W.B. Now, he is working in the field of eco-restoration. He has more than 144 scientific research papers, 4 books and 12 edited books. Primary aim of his work is to identify the ecological problems and to solve these through proper interventions following scientific guidelines and management. He is also a reviewer and member of the editorial board of many national and international journals.

Atmaja Avirupa Das (b.2008) is a nature lover and enthusiastic reader of Wildlife. She is a renowned painter and artist in borne. She published many drawings in many popular magazines and journals. She became an interesting writer from 2016 onwards. Atmaja is an individual researcher in the field of ornithology and wildlife for nature conservation. Many conservation efforts make her popular in the field of ecosystem and nature study. She received certificates from a prestigious institute namely Bombay Natural History Society (Mumbai) in the year 2017, 2018 and visited many national parks, sanctuaries and biosphere reserves for research and extension purposes. She published 6 research papers and 5 book chapters jointly with other experts in the same field. Presently she is doing work on IBAs in the Indian scenario. She is a good photographer and writer in many areas of nature conservation.

Distinguishing Features Of This Book

Birds are warm blooded creatures that can fly and lay eggs. In the environment, the role of birds is manifold. Birds found in all environments that are congenial to them. We see birds in different eco-habitats i.e. terrestrial, aquatic and desert in addition to snow filled habitats too. So, the birds are of different kinds depending upon their habitats. In general, people call them woodland birds, grassland, freshwater and brine water birds. Birds recorded as migratory, residential as well as alien types. So, in general our surroundings show many birds in different seasons. The study and record of birds, habitat characters and change of habitats are essential. Keeping this view in mind, the book entitled 'Birds of our Surroundings' has been presented.