Nature's Harmonic Ensemble

Supporting the notion of returning to the same bird-watching spot multiple times, I set out to Kannamangala lake again, merely 15 days after my last visit. While there was a concern about the experience being repetitive, I found joy in observing and capturing some unique groupings of the same bird species during this particular outing. Here are the pictures I managed to capture.

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Birding in the monsoon requires us to brave the overcast conditions and the intermittent drizzle.

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The Indian Spot-billed Duck appeared poised and ready to take a plunge into the water.

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I spotted a White-browed Wagtail perched on a bridge's railing.

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I was happy to photograph a single Little Egret in flight. 

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My elation grew when I noticed several more of them gracefully fluttering around in the vicinity.

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I've seen a single Aylesbury duck on my last two trips, and it seemed a bit lonely in the wild. I wish it finds a companion who also manages to escape from the nearby farm.

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Oriental Darters and Brahminy Kites gathered together, creating a special moment.

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Brahminy kites frequently trail Oriental Darters while they fish, trying to steal the fish when the darters toss them up before swallowing. Here, the kites were seen flocking together, patiently waiting for the darters to finish drying themselves before making a new snatching attempt.

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I spotted a lovely Rose-ringed Parakeet perched on a wire.

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I saw an Indian Grey Hornbill perched on a distant tree branch, its long tail bending in the wind.

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The Hornbill took flight, I tried my best to track its elegant flight, but the distance made it difficult to get a clear shot.

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There it was again, the White-throated Kingfisher, making a repeat appearance at the same spot as last time. The monotony is real!

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The Indian Palm Squirrel wore an expression of sheer bewilderment, as if it had stumbled upon the nuttiest idea ever. 

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These Little Egrets are remarkable team players! They resemble sprinters lining up before a race.

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Together, like sprinters bursting off the starting line, these Little Egrets launch into flight.

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The Great Cormorants were busy fishing and then drying themselves afterward.

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Indian Spot-billed Duck pair floating together, completely in tune with each other on the water.

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Ah, a Little Grebe! Though it may seem repetitive to spot, but its presence is always a delightful sight.

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The day wrapped up with a delightful sight of an Indian Spot-billed Duck leading its five cute ducklings. 

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