Saul Kere Chronicles

My birdwatching trip to Saul Kere was primarily intended to get an update on the arrival of migratory birds. While the migratory birds had not arrived in their usual numbers, the lake was immensely inviting. Here are the pics.

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Once again, I arrived before sunrise, and to my delight, I spotted a few garganeys. Usually, they arrive in significant numbers from Europe, but these early birds were a charming glimpse into the season ahead.

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After a brief wait, the grand orb finally ascended from the horizon, transitioning from a red hue to a vibrant orange and then to a brilliant yellow ball.

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In my imagination, I tried to burden the crane with the weight of the sun, a desperate act to halt the construction that was disturbing the sanctuary of the lake birds.

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On a nearby tree, two white-throated kingfishers were elegantly perched.

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And a bee-eater and the sun side by side.

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I watched a white-throated kingfisher diving for fish and took these action shots.

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A group of Indian cormorants, also known as Indian shags, were on the move in search of their breakfast.

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The kingfisher dived again, this time snatching a leaf along with its fish.

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A young common moorhen was captured in a brief low flight.

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It took a lot of effort, but I captured a black drongo hiding in the leaves.

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A white-breasted waterhen was taking leisurely, long strides.

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A grey-headed swamphen swam gracefully, offering a shot with nice reflections.

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A spotted dove and a green bee-eater appeared to communicate with each other through their gaze.

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Following that, a pair of green bee-eaters struck a synchronized pose.

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Then, they were joined by a third one, who arrived with a bee.

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A scaly-breasted munia couple engaged in a more affectionate courtship, displaying love rather than the usual ritualistic mounting.

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A purple heron's graceful flight.

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There was no dearth of white-cheeked barbets, as they were actively flying, perching, and excavating nest holes.

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It was a delightful sight to observe the spotted owlet perched a fair distance away, its eyes wide open in a startled gaze.

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A rose-ringed parakeet in flight.

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Once again, a lovey-dovey scaly-breasted munia couple with two envious onlookers.

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Then, I came across a purple-rumped sunbird.

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Joining the cuteness contest was an Indian silverbill.

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Here's a green bee-eater, and, of course, it has a bee.

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Another green bee-eater striking a delightful pose.

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A pale-billed flowerpecker.

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A common tailorbird.

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In a thrilling twist, I encountered a sub-adult paradise flycatcher, a great surprise for any birdwatcher.

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My final observation of the day was this black drongo.

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