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 Crested 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!
Rather than being boring, familiar places are very exciting. It’s great to know some of their secrets and to know where to look for enigmatic and hard to find species. Quite the opposite of boring, in fact.
ReplyDeleteIt’s amazing how a familiar place can still surprise you with new beauty each time. I love how the lake always manages to inspire you! I just shared a blog post, let me know what you think.
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