Last weekend, I randomly chose one of my favorite lakes, Saul Kere. The morning was all misty and calm, perfect for a quiet walk. I was lucky enough to see some amazing birds, like a big, graceful Western Marsh Harrier soaring high above the water and a colorful Black-rumped Flameback. Here are the pics.
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My first sighting was of a Great Cormorant emerging after a dive, still dripping wet. It was a beautiful sight to see the water droplets glistening in the morning light.
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Later, I stumbled upon a rookery full of Cormorants, drying their wings. I spent quite some time observing their behavior.
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I witnessed Spot-billed Pelicans and Little Egrets sharing the lake, both trying their luck at fishing.
The cormorant caught the fish, but I could only capture the moment when the fish was about to disappear down its throat.
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The male spot-billed pelicans develop a bright yellow patch of skin around their eyes during breeding season.
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A Black-rumped Flameback woodpecker perches on a tree trunk.
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Then the woodpecker takes flight.
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The sun shines brightly through a cloudy sky, casting a warm glow on the surrounding landscape.
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A Western Marsh Harrier soars effortlessly in search of its next meal.
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It created quite a flutter among the birds and the birders.
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A beautiful Oriental Magpie-Robin perched on a tree branch.
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A White-throated Kingfisher watches intently from its perch.
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Raindrops cling to the slender blades of grass, glistening in the sunlight.
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An Indian Pond Heron stands tall on a branch.
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A pair of White-cheeked Barbets are seen hard at work. One is diligently excavating a nest cavity in a tree trunk, while the other keeps a watchful eye, ensuring their future home is safe and secure.
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Two Ashy Drongos perch on a branch, one holding a dragonfly.
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Hope you enjoyed this quick escape! Until next time, happy exploring!
