A Quiet Return to Muthanallur

 After the holiday season break, getting back into birding felt like a slow climb uphill. Motivation was low, and I wasn’t sure if I could shake off the inertia. So, I decided to start small with a short, low-key visit to Muthanallur.

The day wasn’t bustling with activity, but a few interesting sightings managed to lift my spirits. Sometimes, even the quiet days in the field can be a gentle reminder of why we keep coming back.

Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with delightful discoveries and peaceful moments in nature!

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The day began with a peaceful sunrise, captured on my car dashcam as I reached Muthanallur.

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The first to greet me was a Greater Coucal, peeking out from the bushes with its fiery red eyes, as if to say, "Welcome back to the wild."

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The Coucal wasn’t done with me yet—it leapt into the air, flashing its chestnut wings. I tracked its flight through my telephoto lens, capturing its elegant escape.

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A Plain Prinia settled on a branch, its earthy colors blending with the leaves, bringing a subtle charm to the morning.

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The old tree stretches towards the sky, its branches like gnarled fingers reaching for the clouds. 

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An Indian Robin hopped around on the ground, foraging with its usual curiosity.

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Asian Green Bee-eaters zipped through the air, their vibrant green feathers a blur as they skillfully tried to snatch insects mid-flight.

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The last sighting of the morning was a Red-whiskered Bulbul, perched elegantly, its striking features wrapping up the birding session.

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