Saul Kere - Sunrise to Sunbird

Last weekend, I found myself back at Saul Kere, a lake I visit quite often. While some might think frequent visits might dull the excitement, this little urban oasis always manages to surprise me. Even on a quieter day with fewer bird sightings, the lake had its way of keeping my camera clicking.
Here’s a glimpse into what caught my eye this time.

Here's my 10-minute dash cam video of the drive to Saul Kere Lake.

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Through the haze, the sun emerges, a soft and glowing orb that paints the sky in golden hues. A fleeting moment of clarity in an otherwise dreamlike scene.

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The sun plays peek-a-boo through the bare branches.

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With wings spread wide and a graceful leap, the Grey Heron takes to the skies.

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Meanwhile, the Purple Heron skulks.

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The star of the morning was this Intermediate Egret. Ever alert and efficient, it spots its target, and with a swift, calculated dash, spears a tilapia fish. Breakfast, served fresh!

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See how it spears the tilapia right through its eye.

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A Rose-ringed Parakeet courts its mate mid-air, sending the whole group into a flurry of excitement. I couldn't resist joining the action with a shooting spree!

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After the chaos, the couple finds their moment of calm, settling down in quiet intimacy.

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To bee or not to bee… That is the question for these two Asian Green Bee-eaters. A love story, even if a little distant!

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A Oriental Honey Buzzard takes a slightly different approach than the bee-eaters. It doesn’t wait for the bees to come to it, but knocks on their doors instead.

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The Eurasian Collared Dove takes its turn, fluttering into the sky.

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Fluttering continues as the Common Myna pair stays busy, tending to their young ones nestled safely in the tree hole.

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A White-cheeked Barbet perches on a scenic spot, offering a perfect view from a distance.

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A Spotted Dove puffs up its feathers, a simple yet effective way to stay warm in the cool morning air.

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Seen after probably escaping a predator, the Indian Palm Squirrel looks bewildered, part of its tail shed as a defensive tactic in the close call.

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An Indian Pond Heron surveys its surroundings from the top of a tree.

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The day wraps up with the flash of a Purple-rumped Sunbird.

I hope you enjoyed this birding adventure! Feel free to share your thoughts and comment below!