Birds of India #33 – Cormorants

Birds of India #33 – Cormorants

Cormorants are one of the most widespread residents of all wild birds found in India. They are categorized as “Least Concern” in the conservation status. These black beauties are commonly seen around lakes, and it is interesting to watch them flap and...
Herons of India

Herons of India

A wide species of Herons are found in India. However, till date we have been able to photograph four members of the Heron family. The Grey Heron is a winter visitor and a widespread resident in India. They are closely related to the American Great Blue Heron and the...
Painted Stork Closeup portfolio

Painted Stork Closeup portfolio

Ranganathittu bird sanctuary in Mysore, Karnataka is one of the best locations in Southern India to observe the Painted Stork. Yet another, not so famous location is Kokrebellur near Mandhya, Karnataka, India. Kokrebellur is an interesting example of how people can...
Cattle Egret in Breeding Plumage

Cattle Egret in Breeding Plumage

Special message (especially for friends in the US) : Pl. take a moment to check out this gesture that Mary has undertaken to brighten an 8-year old girl’s birthday.We were always amazed by the transformation birds undergoes during the breeding season. This post...