Resident Stars of Saul Kere

The migratory birds have all gone back to their homes. We are left with the resident birds and some who are making an extended stay here. Here are some pics from my recent birdwatching trip to Saul Kere.

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Recent rains have left the sky a soft, milky gray all day, perfect for a leisurely morning of birdwatching without the sun's usual glare.

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At the rookery, a single young cormorant clung to its nest. Could this straggler be the last one to take the leap?

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Other Great Cormorants stayed close to the chick, watching over it. Maybe they were trying to give it courage to fly.

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The little bird flapped its small wings, trying its best to fly.

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I saw a heron trying to catch a fish. It struck but missed. In the end, it caught a small fish.

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Next, I spotted a Little Egret with its reflection perfectly mirrored in the water.

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With a powerful burst of wings, a Brahminy Kite launched itself on a fishing expedition.

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Three Red-wattled Lapwings, looking a bit stranded on a tiny island, were actually just being super protective parents of their nearby nest. 

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A female Asian Koel alighted on a distant branch, her sharp gaze scanning the surroundings.

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A red-vented bulbul puffed its feathers up to stay warm in the cool morning air.

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Common Mynas busily furnished their nest holes with various materials like green leaves and feathers.

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A purple-rumped sunbird was out when the light improved a bit.

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A Red-whiskered bulbul added to the morning activity.

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Despite the Cinereous Tit perched on a faraway tree, its allure was irresistible. I couldn't resist a click, even knowing it might not turn out well!

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A White-throated Kingfisher joined the vibrant scene.

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A White-cheeked Barbet rounded out the morning's bird sightings.

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Thanks for reading about my birdwatching trip! Feel free to leave a comment below.