Dawn at Saul Kere

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Early on a holiday Monday, I reached Saul Kere at 7am for a delightful birdwatching adventure. Here are the pics from the brief visit.

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Dawn's blush painted Saul Kere as I arrived.

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I watched a black-winged stilt wading like a tuxedoed dancer in the glassy shallows.

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Wood Sandpipers flitted nervously, tiny feet chasing miniature feasts along the lake edge.

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A white-throated kingfisher, sat perched on a branch, basking in the warmth of the morning sun.

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A booted warbler, like a tiny ambassador from faraway lands, a welcome spark of magic amidst the familiar.

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My binoculars and I waged a battle against the owlet's dry bark camouflage, finally unearthing a sleepy couple, eyelids heavy with slumber.

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An Alexandrine parakeet guarded its new home, a nest hole claimed after kicking out a white-cheeked barbet.

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A male Asian Koel's liquid song, rich and mournful, unfurled like a silver ribbon, touching hearts with its bittersweet melody.

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Despite being the most common bird here, the spotted dove today held a surprising charm.

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The spotted owlet nestled deeper into its perch,  but its beautiful yellow eyes remained veiled by drowsiness.

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An oriental magpie robin, a cascade of clear notes that filled the air.

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Nearby, a tailorbird, a tiny architect of intricate nests, stitched the air with its rapid needle-like chirps.

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My breath caught as the owlet stirred, flitting to another branch. There, in a flash of movement, its eyes flew open.

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In a blur of motion, it launched itself onto a lower branch, wings unfurling, offering a fleeting glimpse of their intricate patterns.

9 am.  The family holiday gathering waited, and off I went. Did you enjoy the post? Let me know in the comments!