Last weekend, my wife and I visited Jakkur lake and took photos in the birding hotspot besieged by joggers and walkers. Here’s the photo story…
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We reached the lake much before daybreak to watch the wondrous sunrise Jakkur always has. There was enough time to stop and marvel at the waning crescent moon in the sky…
We reached the lake much before daybreak to watch the wondrous sunrise Jakkur always has. There was enough time to stop and marvel at the waning crescent moon in the sky…
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A calming sight of a Spot-billed Pelican swimming in the dim light…
A calming sight of a Spot-billed Pelican swimming in the dim light…
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A Painted Stork announced the arrival of the sun from his high perch…
A Painted Stork announced the arrival of the sun from his high perch…
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A Black-crowned Night-Heron was calling it a day after probably a night long hunt…
A Black-crowned Night-Heron was calling it a day after probably a night long hunt…
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The sky color started to resolve from gray to light orange…
The sky color started to resolve from gray to light orange…
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The sun peeked from behind the buildings…
The sun peeked from behind the buildings…
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I spotted a Painted Stork watching the sunrise with us…
I spotted a Painted Stork watching the sunrise with us…
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A Spot-billed Pelican swam in the golden water…
A Spot-billed Pelican swam in the golden water…
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A pelican couple gleamed in the light. Also seen in the frame are a team of Spot-billed ducks and two Black-winged Stilts…
A pelican couple gleamed in the light. Also seen in the frame are a team of Spot-billed ducks and two Black-winged Stilts…
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A Painted Stork began his quest for a fish meal…
A Painted Stork began his quest for a fish meal…
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A Blyth's Reed Warbler searched for an insect meal…
A Blyth's Reed Warbler searched for an insect meal…
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A Black-head Ibis couple foraged in the swamp…
A Black-head Ibis couple foraged in the swamp…
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With binoculars, the wife was having her fill of birds…
With binoculars, the wife was having her fill of birds…
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She pointed to an Oriental Magpie Robin who was singing its beautiful song…
She pointed to an Oriental Magpie Robin who was singing its beautiful song…
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I was having my fill of the Spot-billed Pelicans. I was seeing them after many months…
I was having my fill of the Spot-billed Pelicans. I was seeing them after many months…
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Time for a portrait…
Time for a portrait…
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Jump and skip workout…
Jump and skip workout…
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A Little Cormorant was sitting and drying its wet wings and feathers…
A Little Cormorant was sitting and drying its wet wings and feathers…
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And she finds a spot for her next Fb profile pic…
And she finds a spot for her next Fb profile pic…
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We reached the Peepal tree where Alexandrine parakeets live…
We reached the Peepal tree where Alexandrine parakeets live…
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It is named after Alexander the Great, who transported numerous birds from Punjab to various European and Mediterranean countries, where they were prized by the royalty, nobility and warlords.
It is named after Alexander the Great, who transported numerous birds from Punjab to various European and Mediterranean countries, where they were prized by the royalty, nobility and warlords.
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A Chestnut-tailed Starling was also seen on the peepal tree…
A Chestnut-tailed Starling was also seen on the peepal tree…
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Chestnut-tailed Starling is a winter visitor to peninsular India…
Chestnut-tailed Starling is a winter visitor to peninsular India…
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We returned to the lake to try to spot the Black-crowned Night Herons. We saw several of them resting in the trees and bushes…
We returned to the lake to try to spot the Black-crowned Night Herons. We saw several of them resting in the trees and bushes…
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These Night Herons are winter visitors from the Old World...
These Night Herons are winter visitors from the Old World...
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This is how we started our weekend. What did you do last weekend?
What a wonderful weekend for the two of you! It's fun to see the Black-Crowned Night Herons which are the same as we have here in Florida -- usually your birds are so much more exotic and beautiful! I love seeing those different ones that I'll probably never get to see in real life, but it was also wonderful to see that we have some of the same favorite species! Thank you for sharing all of them. And you made some beautiful portraits of your wife (you had a beautiful subject!)
ReplyDeleteThe frame including the morning fog is surreal! What a great trip and work out around the lake. I wish I could do the same. My last weekend was working in the hospital. I tried to compete against the flies attacking my food in eatery joint
ReplyDeleteGorgeous light in all these photos!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots.
ReplyDeleteThose pelicans are just beautiful, especially in the wild. You are such a talented photographer of not only birds but of your wife.
ReplyDeleteNever seen black winged stilt and alexandrine parakeet in jakkur lake. Worth visting in morning hours after seeing your post. Try to make this Sunday if possible. Great pictures as well.
ReplyDeleteAround 8 Alexandrine parakeets live in the Peepal tree near the railway crossing. You'll surely see them unless they get mobbed by crows or kites.
DeleteGreat series of photos from your trip with your wife.
ReplyDeleteThe painted stork and the chestnut-tailed starling are my favourites.
The sunrise is also great.
I enjoyed your photos.
Greetings Irma
Living proof that sunrise is the best time of day.
ReplyDeleteLovely!
ReplyDeleteNice seeing your beautiful wife. All the scenes are as usual magical, particularly the shimmer of gold in the water with a lone bird. It is so ethereal it gave me a shiver.
ReplyDeleteYou've reminded me that I really should get out of bed and watch the sun rise, those pictures are lovely. As for the Painted Stork, fabulous.
ReplyDeleteYou guys had a fantastic outing. Wow! That Alexandrine parakeet is amazing.
ReplyDeleteThe sunrise, the birds, and the pictures of your wife, all combined to make this post so beautiful. Your sunrise photos, especially, but I loved each and every photo.
ReplyDeleteI really liked how playful your wife is. Sunrise shots are the BEST. You really are an experienced photographer being able to take images of the crescent moon, the birds, different photos of your wife, and the sunrise images are spectacular. Very interesting blog every week.
ReplyDeleteNice that you and your wife enjoy the same thing.
ReplyDeleteWorth a Thousand Words
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ReplyDeleteAmazing sunrise shots, and a delightful array of birds. I enjoyed seeing the beautiful Chestnut Starling poses, and the Alexandrine Parakeet, but of course they are all fabulous shots. It was also lovely to see your beautiful wife posing for the camera.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos as always, the sunrise shots are gorgeous. I would love to see all these birds, the Pelican and Stork and the Alexandrine Parakeet are favorites. They are all beautiful birds, great collection of photos. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
Wow great clicks.. I live close by and pass by the lake very often. Used to come here with family for walking sometimes in the lockdown years..but not getting the time now.
ReplyDeleteHi Shiju, I have to echo the comment by Yogi♪♪♪. I think he said it perfectly. Thanks for another excellent post. John
ReplyDelete...Shiju, this is another fabulous post. The crescent moon in the sky is beautiful image to start the post. My best to you.
ReplyDeleteLooks like your wife is enjoying the outing too! I love the photos of her. And that Painted Stork stands out. I love seeing the tail feathers...gorgeous! Love the Night Herons and of course the sunrise. Enjoy your weekend. We went out to a preserve last weekend and will probably go again tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous captures as always!
ReplyDeleteThese are again DREAMLIKE photos, dear Shiju! By the way, I can also offer you a Night Heron today, but mine looked even more tired than yours - no wonder, it was later ;-)) How nice that this time your pretty wife was birdwatchin with you, too!
ReplyDeleteAll the best and have a nice weekend, Traude
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Beautiful birds, but that’s no surprise coming from your camera! Portraits of your wife are a nice addition to the usual photos.
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Your family had fun too, like we can see... I enjoyed reading, there are fantastic captures around.
ReplyDeleteHave a goog week, greetings from Augsburg
Wow! Very professional photos of nature and our feathered friends ~ and what a beautiful wife ~
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
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Stunning photos! I enjoyed reading about your adventure. Have a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteA wondrous photographic journey! Birds always make me feel a sense of peace.
ReplyDeleteStunning photos
ReplyDeleteI agree...the best time of day is sunrise! What wonderful images. That very first one (the pelican) really captured my attention as the painted stork watching the day begin.
ReplyDeleteThis was a great outing.
Thanks for taking us at I'd Rather B Birdin' along with you.
What amazing photos! The sun rising is just beautiful!
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful experience to be featured in a magazine, congrats to your beautiful wife!! i enjoy seeing storks as i do not see them here. these pictures are stunning, so many special moments!!
ReplyDeleteThe magazine is not real. The image is created using Photoshop just to highlight my favourite photos from the post.
DeleteMarvellous photos, all! Especially your wife!
ReplyDeleteI have yet to see anything but pure unadulterated beauty on your blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2023/02/some-rural-memories_0978938360.html
I always enjoy seeing the break of day in your birding photos. They have such an amazing beauty from those early morning minutes.
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos as always pretty and atmospheric :-)
ReplyDeleteHave a tourtastic week 👍
Thank you for sharing all the beautiful photos of the sky, birds and also your missus.
ReplyDeletelovely nature with beautiful critters...
ReplyDeletegreat catures
Spectacular photos! I especially love the pelican on that glittery golden water.
ReplyDeleteSo many beautiful and colorful birds. Love them. Great reflection and moon ones.
ReplyDeleteOh my Your photos are stunning! I wish I could be there also snapping away! Hugs to you and your wife! Love her photos!
ReplyDeleteA treasure trove of beautiful creatures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post! The golden sunrise scenes are spectacular. I love the idea for the round profile picture.
ReplyDeleteHow amazing to arrive before sunrise. Those sunrise photos are truly stunning. Lovely to see the photos of your wife too.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful birds, your photography is awesome - thanks so much for sharing and for linking up with #MySundaySnapshot.
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