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Painted Stork at Seawoods Flamingo Point, Navi Mumbai

Painted Stork at Seawoods Flamingo Point, Navi Mumbai

Painted Stork Painted Stork at Seawoods Flamingo Point, Navi Mumbai Seawoods Flamingo Point in Navi Mumbai is best known for its seasonal gatherings of flamingos, transforming the wetlands into a sea of pink. However, this ecosystem supports far more than its most celebrated visitors. Among the quieter yet equally important residents is the Painted Stork, […]

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Common Iora at Kihim Beach, Alibaug

Common Iora at Kihim Beach, Alibaug – A Bright Songbird of Coastal Maharashtra

Common Iora at Kihim Beach, Alibaug | Habitat & Behavior This photograph is a bright yellow Indian songbird perched quietly in the coastal greenery near Kihim Beach, Alibaug. While Alibaug is widely known for its relaxed beaches, its surrounding vegetation supports a surprising diversity of birdlife, making it a rewarding destination for nature lovers exploring

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Black-hooded Oriole

Black-hooded Oriole Black-hooded Oriole at Keshavraj Temple, Dapoli

Black-hooded Oriole in the Forests of Keshavraj Temple, Dapoli This Black-hooded Oriole was spotted inside the forest near Keshavraj Temple, Dapoli. Surrounded by thick branches and layered foliage, the bird appears almost hidden — revealing itself only through flashes of luminous yellow and a brief hint of red from its beak. When the Forest Becomes

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Nutmeg Mannikin

Nutmeg Mannikin

Munia birds sitting on a wire in the city during summer, clicked during a rare moment of stillness. I clicked this picture when two Scaly-breasted Munia birds were sitting quietly on a wire. These birds are mostly seen in summer around the city. I didn’t even know their name at first — I just noticed

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Great Egret in Tadoba

Great Egret in Tadoba

A Calm Egret in Tadoba While Everyone Waited for the Tiger During our safari in Tadoba, all tourists were waiting near one spot because a tiger was resting behind the bushes. Cameras were pointed, excitement was high, and everyone hoped the tiger would finally stand up. While everyone was waiting for the tiger to wake

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Grey Wagtail bird with yellow belly standing on rocky riverbed in India

Grey Wagtail Habitat & Behaviour – A Birdwatcher’s Guide | TravelonTales.com

The Grey Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea) Introduction The Grey Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea) is one of India’s most graceful river birds, easily recognized by its bright yellow belly and constantly wagging tail. Found along clear mountain streams and rivers, it brings life and rhythm to the Himalayan wilderness — earning the poetic title, “The River Dancer.” Appearance

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White-browed Wagtail (Motacilla maderaspatensis)

White-Browed Wagtail : Motacilla maderaspatensis scientific name

White-Browed Wagtail – India’s Graceful Grassland Bird in Motion By TravelonTales • November 7, 2025 The White-browed Wagtail (Motacilla maderaspatensis) is one of India’s most charismatic grassland birds. With its sleek black-and-white plumage, rhythmic tail-wag, and confident stride, it adds life and motion to quiet riversides, lawns, and lake edges. Habitat & Behaviour White-browed Wagtails

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