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A Jewel with a Catch
An Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher pauses on a moss-laden perch at Apta, its iridescent blues, purples, and fiery orange glowing against a soft green backdrop. Clutching a freshly caught skink in its vivid red bill, the moment captures both the bird’s jewel-like beauty and its fierce efficiency as a hunter - nature’s brilliance distilled into a single frame.
Azure Calm by the Kali
A male Black-naped Monarch pauses on a graceful perch, its soft blue plumage standing out against the lush greens of Ganeshgudi. The serene moment reflects the quiet richness of the Western Ghats, where this elegant flycatcher is often seen in shaded forest edges.
Asian Stonechat at Ease
An Asian Stonechat (Saxicola maurus), likely a female or immature, perches delicately on a reed at TS Chanakya, Nerul. Its warm buff breast, subtle facial markings, and alert posture are characteristic of this familiar winter visitor, captured in a moment of quiet watchfulness against a soft, uncluttered backdrop.
Emerald Sentinel of Thattekad
A White-cheeked Barbet peers out from a weathered tree trunk in the rainforests of Thattekad. Its vivid green plumage blends seamlessly with the forest canopy, while the alert posture suggests a brief pause between calls in this richly biodiverse bird sanctuary.
Call of the Blue Jewel - Thattekad
A White-throated Kingfisher perched on a forest branch at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, captured mid-call with its vivid turquoise wings, chocolate-brown head, and striking red bill. The open beak and alert posture suggest it is likely vocalising, a brief but expressive moment against the softly blurred greenery of the Western Ghats rainforest.
Harvest from the Grass - Alibag
A Scaly-breasted Munia balances delicately on a flowering grass stalk at Alibag, holding a freshly plucked seed or grass floret in its bill. This quiet feeding moment reflects the munia’s dependence on grasses and grains, set against the softly blurred hues of the coastal landscape
A Splash of Gold in the Shade - Thattekad
A small golden-yellow bird pauses on a moss-lined ledge at Thattekad, its bright plumage glowing against the deep green forest backdrop. The contrast between the vivid subject and the softly blurred undergrowth draws the eye, capturing a quiet, contemplative moment within the dense rainforest habitat.
Monsoon Bath - Malabar Starling at Thattekad
A Malabar Starling bursts into motion while bathing during a monsoon shower at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary. Feathers fluffed and beak open, the bird shakes off water as droplets hang suspended in the air, capturing the raw energy and joy of rain in the Western Ghats rainforest
Low Over the Backwaters - Osprey at Bhigwan
An Osprey skims low over the calm waters of Bhigwan, wings outstretched as it scans for fish beneath the surface. The muted tones of the misty backwaters and distant trees create a serene backdrop, highlighting the raptor’s focused flight and the quiet drama of this renowned wetland landscape.
Sentinel of Pench - A Call from the Canopy
Perched high on an open branch in the forests of Pench, a Changeable Hawk-Eagle appears mid-call, its intense expression and slightly open bill suggesting a vocal assertion of presence. The finely barred plumage and upright stance reflect the quiet authority of a resident raptor, momentarily breaking the stillness of the central Indian woodland with its voice.
Malabar Trogon - Jewel of Thattekad Sanctuary
This striking male Malabar Trogon, photographed in the lush Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, showcases the vivid palette of the Western Ghats: a velvety black head, crimson belly, and gracefully banded tail. Perched amid dense foliage, it embodies the quiet elegance of India’s endemic forest species and highlights the sanctuary’s reputation as one of the subcontinent’s richest biodiversity hotspots.
Silent Hunter of Keoladeo
Captured at Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, an Oriental Darter emerges from the wetland with its prey, its snake-like neck and poised posture reflecting remarkable focus and skill. The calm waters and soft light highlight the quiet drama of survival in this celebrated bird haven.