Tuesday, January 23, 2018

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Pereij Wetlands Kheda Gujarat Migratory birds

A Well-timed Return: Pereij Wetlands Revisited One Year Later

Introduction:
After a year, the stars aligned for another adventure when Eddie and I returned to the lovely Pereij Wetlands in Kheda, Gujarat. This wetland, known for its magnificent migrating birds, has become a favourite destination for environment lovers like us.
The Spontaneous Reunion:
What made this journey even more special was the sheer coincidence that led us to revisit the same spot on the exact date we had explored it the previous year—January 17th. It felt like destiny had arranged our return to this avian paradise, and we couldn’t have been more thrilled.
Dawn’s Embrace: 
We arrived at the wetlands as the first rays of dawn adorned the sky, eager to immerse ourselves in the exquisite beauty that awaited. The timing couldn’t have been better, allowing us to take breathtaking images that met any passionate bird watcher’s desires. The symphony of colours, the swaying of the weeds, and the distant sounds of migratory birds combined to create a magnificent atmosphere that words could not convey.
Reflections from the Past: 
For those who want to learn more about the beauties of the Pereij Wetlands, a trip back in time is just a click away. My earlier postings offer a full account of our first experience with this natural wonder. Each piece reveals a distinct facet of the wetlands, encouraging readers to enjoy the experience with us, from uncommon bird species to the complex environment.

Conclusion:

Revisiting Pereij Wetlands was not just a mere repetition of the past but a continuation of a growing connection with nature. The destiny of returning on the same date added an extra layer of magic to our journey, making it an unforgettable chapter in our exploration of what the remarkable Pereij wetlands have to present. As I eagerly share my latest tale, I hope it inspires others to pursue the unexpected beauty that nature freely confers upon us.
 To know more about this place, refer to my posts of last year. Pareij Wetlands 

The Pareij Lake
The Pareij Lake

The Pareij Lake
The Pareij Lake


Ashy Drongo Dicrurus leucophaeus Hopwood   - Adult

Ashy-crowned Sparrow Lark Eremopterix griseus   - Male

Asian Openbill Anastomus oscitans  

Black Drongo Dicrurus macrocercus minor   - Adult

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Black-breasted Weaver Ploceus benghalensis   

Black-breasted Weaver Ploceus benghalensis   

   Black-headed Bunting Emberiza melanocephala - Female

Black-headed Bunting Emberiza melanocephala - Male
Black-winged Kite Elanus caeruleus vociferus

Black-winged Kite Elanus caeruleus vociferous - In-flight

Bluethroat Luscinia svecica   - Male

Bluethroat Luscinia svecica   - Male

Bluethroat Luscinia svecica   - Male

Bronze-winged Jacana Metopidius indicus   - Adult

Bronze-winged Jacana Metopidius indicus   - Adult

Bronze-winged Jacana Metopidius indicus   - Adult

Common Babbler Turdoides caudata caudata  

Common Hoopoe Upupa epops  

Common Sandpiper Actitis hypoleucos  IMG_0599

Common Sandpiper Actitis hypoleucos  

Crested Lark Galerida cristata chendoola  

Crested Lark Galerida cristata chendoola  

Eurasian Wryneck Jynx torquilla 

Eurasian Wryneck Jynx torquilla 

Great Cormorant Phalacrocorax carbo sinensis   - In flight

Intermediate Egret Ardea intermedia intermedia   - Non-breeding 

Lesser Coucal Centropus bengalensis bengalensi

Lesser Coucal Centropus bengalensis bengalensi

Paddyfield Pipit Anthus rufulus  

Pied Bushchat Saxicola caprata   - Male

Purple Heron Ardea purpurea manilensis   - Adult

Purple Heron Ardea purpurea manilensis   - Adult



Red-headed Bunting Emberiza bruniceps   - Female

Red-headed Bunting Emberiza bruniceps   - Male

Sarus Crane Grus antigone   - Juvenile

Sarus Crane Grus antigone   - Juvenile and Adult

Sarus Crane Grus Antigone - In flight

Sarus Crane Grus antigone   - Adult

Sarus Crane Grus antigone   - Juvenile

Shikra Accipiter badius  

Shikra Accipiter badius  

Siberian Stonechat Saxicola maurus   - Male 

Siberian Stonechat Saxicola maurus   - Male  

Siberian Stonechat Saxicola maurus   - Female  

Steppe Eagle Aquila nipalensis   - Adult

Steppe Eagle Aquila nipalensis   - In flight from below

Steppe Eagle Aquila nipalensis   - In-flight 

Western Marsh Harrier Circus aeruginosus   - In-flight 

Western Marsh Harrier Circus aeruginosus   - In-flight 

Western Marsh Harrier Circus aeruginosus   - In-flight  






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