National Parks of India

National Parks of India

We were flipping through our archives casually when we realized that we have many images of jungle landscapes that we haven’t posted at all. And that is how the idea to do a series on Wild Places was born. Going forward, through this series we want to bring you...
Birds of India #72 : Streak throated Woodpecker

Birds of India #72 : Streak throated Woodpecker

The Streak-throated Woodpecker is a wide spread resident of the Indian Wilderness. In our opinion, they are the most photographer friendly Woodpecker. We have seen these Woodpeckers not just in the forests of Peninsular India but also in tea and coffee plantations...
Mating Ritual of Giant Wood Spider

Mating Ritual of Giant Wood Spider

The Giant Wood Spider is a species of arachnid found in India and in other Asian countries. Interestingly, it is the adult female which grows to about 2-4 inches; almost a Giant in comparison to the male, which grows to less than 10 mm. While the male is reddish brown...

Birds of India #56 – The Malabar Grey Hornbill

The Malabar Grey Hornbill is a Hornbill species that is endemic to the Western Ghats in India and it is common to see them in the plantations along the Ghats. Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, near Cochin, Kerala is a popular destination to observe and photograph these winged...

Birds of India #35 – White Browed Wagtail

The White-Browed Wagtail is the largest species of wagtail and is endemic to the Indian subcontinent. Given the fact that they are well adapted to the urban habitats, it is not uncommon to see them around man-made water bodies like overhead tanks and ponds.On our trip...

Birds of India #34 – Little Green Bee Eater

The Green Bee Eater, also called as the Little Green Bee Eater is a skillful predator known for its aerial sorties. This petite green colour bird is no bigger than a sparrow. It’s green colour has shades of reddish brown on the head and neck, which is ornamented...
Malabar Trogon in Birds of Thattekad

Malabar Trogon in Birds of Thattekad

Continuing with the theme of “Birding in India” – # 1, here’s another series of birds shot during the same trip to Thattekad, Kerala. I hope you like them.The highlight of our trip to Thattekad was getting to see and photograph the Malabar Trogons, one of...
Sri Lankan Frogmouth in Birds of Thattekad

Sri Lankan Frogmouth in Birds of Thattekad

Starting this week, we would like you to walk with us into the world of winged wonders. Salim Ali bird sanctuary, in Thattekad, Kerala, is one of the best birding locations in the Indian Peninsula with over 250 species of birds.The Sanctuary is the best place to spot...