MOUNT ABU BIRDS MY PERSONAL COLLECTION

As a nature lover, bird watching has always fascinated me. I’ve been taking pictures of birds since I was in school in Mount Abu, where I learned about the local birds and their nesting habits. I learned to identify birds chiefly by their calls. I’ve been taking pictures in the wild for several years."Explore the diverse bird life of Mt.Abu with my detailed blog post: See the rare species in their NATURAL ENVIRONMENT. Experience the ecosystem of this INCREDIBLE MONTAINOUS region" Welcome to Abu.

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Birding in April 2023 Mount Abu.

Birding in the Third week of April 2023. Mt Abu

April is a wonderful month for birding since it marks the transition from spring to summer in Mount Abu. During the year, we can see many species in breeding plumage exhibiting courting rituals. The woodland is in full bloom, and the bees, like the birds, are humming around. During this season, visitors to Mount Abu may spot many species such as the Indian blackbird, Oriental Honey buzzards, passing migrants common Rosefinch, Blythe's Warbler, Green Avadavat (The Green Munia), and many more.

I've compiled a small collection of birds photographed in the third week of April.

As it is Eid al-Fitr today, Eid ul-Fitr greetings from Mount Abu May, the spirit of peace and compassion, spread across our society. I also wish everyone good health and well-being. Eid Mubarak!

"The Blyth's Reed Warbler is an insectivorous bird of the Acrocephalidae family. It is a migratory bird that spends the winter in southern Asia and Africa after breeding in northern Asia."

Blyth's Reed Warbler - Acrocephalus dumetorum

Blyth's Reed Warbler - Acrocephalus dumetorum Mount Abu .mp4

"Measuring at approximately 20 cm and weighing 60 grams, the Brahminy Starling boasts a stunning appearance. With its lustrous blue-black head, neck, and upper body, complemented by a unique white patch on its wings, this bird truly stands out. Its underparts are a soft buff hue, and it features a bill that tapers to a fine point."

Brahminy Starling - Sturnia pagodarum

"Wildlife photography in Mount Abu"

Brahminy Starling - Sturnia pagodarum

"Brown Rock Chat (Oenanthe fusca) perched on a cable. Small, brown bird with a pale throat and distinctive markings on its wings."

Brown Rock Chat - Oenanthe fusca

"Common Rosefinch,is a passage migrant during the spring season. Passage migrants are birds that pass through a region during their migration, but do not stay there for an extended period."

Common Rosefinch - Carpodacus erythrinus

"Common Rosefinch (Carpodacus erythrinus) perched on a branch. The male displays vibrant red plumage, while the female has more subdued tones. Distinctive markings on the wings and a small, conical bill."

Common Rosefinch - Carpodacus erythrinus

"Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) in flight. Compact raptor with short wings and a long tail, displaying distinctive gray-brown plumage. Yellow eyes and sharp, hooked beak are prominent features."

Eurasian Sparrowhawk - Accipiter nisus

"Greater Coucal (Centropus sinensis), also known as the Crow Pheasant. Large, crow-sized bird with black plumage, a distinctive long tail, and red eyes. Seen perched on a rock in a natural setting."

Greater Coucal - Centropus sinensis

"Indian Robin (Copsychus fulicatus), a small passerine bird. The male displays striking black and white plumage with a distinctive red vent. Perched on a rock, the bird exhibits characteristic tail-cocking behavior."

Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus

"Indian Robin (Copsychus fulicatus), a small passerine bird. The male displays striking black and white plumage with a distinctive red vent. Perched on a low branch, the bird exhibits characteristic tail-cocking behavior."

Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus

"Indian White-eye (Zosterops palpebrosus), a small and lively songbird. Distinctive yellow-green plumage with a white eye-ring. Perched on a branch with its slender beak."

Indian White-eye - Zosterops palpebrosus

"Indian White-eye (Zosterops palpebrosus), a small and lively songbird. Distinctive yellow-green plumage with a white eye-ring. Resident perched on a branch.".

Indian White-eye - Zosterops palpebrosus

"Indian White-eye (Zosterops palpebrosus), a small and lively songbird. Distinctive yellow-green plumage with a white eye-ring. With its feathers puffed out."

Indian White-eye - Zosterops palpebrosus

"Indian Yellow Tit (Machlolophus aplonotus) is a tiny but colourful songbird. Bright yellow plumage with contrasting black markings distinguishes this species. Perched atop a twig, displaying its bright plumage and energetic personality."

Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus

"Indian Yellow Tit Mount Abu common local"

Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus Mount

"Laughing Dove courtship display mating plumage"

Laughing Dove - Streptopelia senegalensis

"Laughing Dove (Streptopelia senegalensis) is a medium-sized bird with silky gray-brown feathers. It is distinguished by its pinkish breast and strong black patterns on the neck. Perched on a branch and cooing in a calm and melodic tone."

Laughing Dove - Streptopelia senegalensis

"Resident raptor with different morphs Mount Abu"

Oriental Honey-buzzard - Pernis ptilorhynchus

"A raptor with unusual plumage is the Oriental Honey-buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus). Adults have a combination of brown and rufous colours, whilst youngsters are more mottled. Soaring over the air, with big wings and a hooked beak."

Oriental Honey-buzzard - Pernis ptilorhynchus

"A raptor with unusual plumage is the Oriental Honey-buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus). Adults have a combination of brown and rufous colours, whilst youngsters are more mottled. Soaring over the air, with big wings and a hooked beak."

Oriental Honey-buzzard - Pernis ptilorhynchus

"The Oriental Magpie-Robin (Copsychus saularis) is a tiny and slender passerine bird. Males are distinguished by their remarkable black and white plumage and long tail, whilst females are more subdued. Perched atop a cable, humming a peculiar melody."

Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis

"The Oriental Magpie-Robin (Copsychus saularis) is a tiny and slender passerine bird. Males are distinguished by their remarkable black and white plumage and long tail, whilst females are more subdued. Perched atop a cable, looking around."

Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis

"The Oriental Magpie-Robin (Copsychus saularis) is a tiny and slender passerine bird. Males are distinguished by their remarkable black and white plumage and long tail, whilst females are more subdued. Perched atop a cable, scanning for would be raptors."

Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis

"Male Purple Sunbird (Cinnyris asiaticus) mating plumage. Small songbird with purple and black iridescent feathers, a long curved beak, and a shiny green cap. During the mating season, it perches on a branch, displaying its vibrant colours."

Purple Sunbird - Cinnyris asiaticus

Red-rumped Swallow - Cecropis daurica

"A medium-sized songbird with a striking look, the Red-whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus jocosus). Its brownish plumage, red patch behind the eye, and pronounced red whisker markings distinguish it. Perched on a branch, chirping on and off."

Red-whiskered Bulbul - Pycnonotus jocosus

"A tiny and agile passerine bird, the Spot-breasted Fantail (Rhipidura albogularis). The plumage is distinctively black and white, with a large patch on the breast. Perched on a branch, showing off its fan-shaped tail and engaged in typical tail flicking behaviour."

Spot-breasted Fantail - Rhipidura albogularis

"A medium-sized waterbird with unusual plumage, the White-breasted Waterhen (Amaurornis phoenicurus). It is distinguished by a white breast, black upperparts, and lengthy legs. A pair calling, showing off i=their distinctive markings and thin form."

White-breasted Waterhen - Amaurornis phoenicurus

"Mid-air dive of a White-throated Kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis). The plumage is a striking blue and white, with a noticeable white neck. The bird's wings are tucked in as it dives towards the water, demonstrating the bird's adept hunting behaviour."

White-throated Kingfisher - Halcyon smyrnensis

"Mid-air dive of a White-throated Kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis). The plumage is a striking blue and white, with a noticeable white neck. The bird's wings are spread out showcasing blue and wite coloured wings."."

White-throated Kingfisher - Halcyon smyrnensis

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AinsApril 23, 2023 at 11:32 AM
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CresApril 24, 2023 at 7:19 AM
You are the OG bird whisperer of Abu 👍🏼
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