A Monsoon Morning at Saul Kere Lake

Saul Kere Lake, shrouded in a soft, overcast blanket, invited me for a leisurely stroll. The absence of the sun made the walk incredibly comfortable. Despite the low light, the lake held a mysterious charm. Let's dive into the pictures...

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The sky was heavy with rain, the air thick with anticipation, and the surroundings a lush, green paradise. Yet, the looming presence of towering structures cast a shadow over this natural beauty.

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I spent some time waiting for the Eurasian coot to lift its foot. Those paddle-like feet, perfect for propelling them through water, were a fascinating sight.

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A plump Little Grebe was incubating eggs in its nest at the water's edge. A lifer moment for me! It nests at the water's edge, since its legs are set very far back and it can't walk well. In India, the species breeds during the rainy season.

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Painted storks, herons, and coots were all busy fishing.

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I wanted to capture the pretty flowers on the trees, but a spot-billed pelican joined the scene. It was a nice surprise.

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I shifted my focus to the lone spot-billed pelican.

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While I was focusing on the pelican, I saw the snake neck of an Oriental darter fishing alongside.

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Darters are expert fishers! They can catch prey much faster than other birds.

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After gobbling down a few fish, it perched and fluffed its feathers to dry.

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In the distance, a white-throated kingfisher kept company with two pied kingfishers on a tree branch.

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One of the pied kingfishers tried its luck at fishing, but it was too far for a good shot. Here are a few I managed to take.

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My day ended with a sighting of a greater coucal.

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That wraps up my birdwatching escapade at Saul Kere Lake. I hope you enjoyed the journey as much as I did. 

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