Sunday, December 31, 2023

Birding in December in Mount Abu.

Explore the world of birds at Mount Abu in the last week of December.

"Explore Mount Abu's Birding Journey: Winged Marvels and December Delights Await."

The last week of December turns Mount Abu's beautiful majesty into a birder's paradise. Migrating birds have transformed the sky into a painting of feathers and flight this year, making the avian display nothing short of spectacular. While many migrants have already passed through, the possibility of seeing pipits and sandpipers continues, extending the birding season to March. I went out on an undertaking to bag a new species, capturing the spirit of Mount Abu’s rich wildlife through interesting presentations and images, eager to close out the year with a feathered flourish. Join me on this photographic adventure as I share the avian beauties that have blessed the town during this enchanted season.

The magnificent presence of buzzards fills the skies as winter wraps its stiff arms around Mount Abu. However, given the sparse knowledge about their taxonomy and habitat in the region, identifying these regal birds remains difficult. The growing population of common and long-legged buzzards has added an exciting dimension to the birding experience, encouraging a deeper look at their habits and habitats. 

The wings of these amazing creatures are in full flight against the backdrop of the winter winds, unleashing an avian spectacle that promises stories inscribed in feathers. Witnessing the beauty of December's bird pleasure transformed the sky into an awe-inspiring painting.

I urge fellow bird watchers to appreciate the species I saw in December. Your excellent eyes and experience are important, and I appreciate any adjustments or insights into species identification to ensure my birding data's correctness.

Let the echoes of “Tweet-Tweet” ring out as the year ends. “Happy New Year” rings out from Mount Abu, Rajasthan. Aside from birds, my genuine goal for 2024 is for global peace and reducing the horrors of climate change. In the next year, may the beauty of nature inspire us all to contribute to a more harmonious and sustainable world.

"Long-legged Buzzard - Buteo rufinus,winter visitor wings outstretched pointing up the the heavens."
Long-legged Buzzard - Buteo rufinus winter visitor

Long-legged Buzzard Mount Abu Dec2023.m4v

"Peregrine Falcon (Shaheen) Falco peregrinus, resident tking of from the radio tower."
Peregrine Falcon (Shaheen) Falco peregrinus

Peregrine Falcon (Shaheen)  Mt Abu Dec 2023.m4v

"Common Buzzard - Buteo buteo, winter visitor, gracing the Mt Abu Sky scanning for prey."
Common Buzzard - Buteo buteo 

"Common Buzzard - Buteo buteo, winter visitor, gracing the Mt Abu Sky scanning for prey."
Common Buzzard - Buteo buteo 

"Soaring in the azure sky comes the winter visitor, the Common Buzzard (Buteo buteo). Huge raptor with large wings, fan-shaped tail, and brown plumage. The buzzard soars overhead, showcasing its remarkable wingspan against the pristine winter sky."
Common Buzzard - Buteo buteo 

“The Ashy Drongo (Dicrurus leucophaeus) is a sleek, medium-sized bird with mostly black plumage that is distinguished by its forked tail and white vent feathers. This Ashy Drongo, perched on a branch against a lush background, illustrates its nimble and acrobatic character in its native habitat.”
Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus winter visitor

"Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus, winter visitor, perched on a bamboo shoot scanning for bees."
Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus

"Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus, making sorties and snapping up bees."
Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus

"Ashy Prinia - Prinia socialis. resident, searching for grubs."
Ashy Prinia - Prinia socialis 

"Ashy Prinia - Prinia socialis. resident, searching for grubs."
Ashy Prinia - Prinia socialis

"Brahminy Starling - Sturnia pagodarum,resident perched on a cable."
Brahminy Starling - Sturnia pagodarum

"Brown-headed Barbet - Psilopogon zeylanicus, resident with grub in it's beak."
Brown-headed Barbet - Psilopogon zeylanicus

"Gray Wagtail - Motacilla cinerea, winter visitor on a rock bobbing it's tail up and down."
Gray Wagtail - Motacilla cinerea 

"Great Egret - Ardea alba, winter visitor, uncommon flying past in search of a water body."
Great Egret - Ardea alba 

"Greater Coucal - Centropus sinensis, searching for food in the bushes."
Greater Coucal - Centropus sinensis

"Greater Coucal - Centropus sinensis,resident, perched in a date palm tree."
Greater Coucal - Centropus sinensis

"House Sparrow - Passer domesticus, resident eating  Jacranda leaves."
House Sparrow - Passer domesticus 

"Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus, resident found in all the gardes of Mount Abu."
Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus

"Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus, female perched on garden fence."
Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus

"Jungle Babbler - Turdoides striata, resident common Adult feeding sub-adult."
Jungle Babbler - Turdoides striata 

"Long-tailed Shrike - Lanius schach, with a large piece of food in it's beak ,ready to take off."
Long-tailed Shrike - Lanius schach

"Long-tailed Shrike - Lanius schach, gliding  through the air."
Long-tailed Shrike - Lanius schach

"Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis, female ,resident  perched on garden fence."."
Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis 

"Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis, male perched on a cable."
Oriental Magpie-Robin - Copsychus saularis 

"Rufous Treepie - Dendrocitta vagabunda, resident sitting on a cable."
Rufous Treepie - Dendrocitta vagabunda  

"Rufous Treepie - Dendrocitta vagabunda, taking off froma date palm tree."
Rufous Treepie - Dendrocitta vagabunda  

"White-throated Kingfisher - Halcyon smyrnensis, resident perched on a cable overlooking the strem, has a wound in its left side."
White-throated Kingfisher - Halcyon smyrnensis

"Yellow-throated Sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis) , resident perched on a stump."
Yellow-throated Sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis) 

"Yellow-throated Sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis) , perched on a dry branch."
Yellow-throated Sparrow (Gymnoris xanthocollis) 

31Dec 2023.
On the last day of the year, I went bird-watching, bringing my 2023 postings to a close. Greetings from the heavenly world, and best wishes for a joyous New Year. May the upcoming year be brimming with love, laughter, and the joy of shared moments.

"Black Redstart - Phoenicurus ochruros, common winter visitor, the garden is his playground."
Black Redstart - Phoenicurus ochruros 

"Black Redstart - Phoenicurus ochruros, common winter visitor, the garden is his playground."
Black Redstart - Phoenicurus ochruros 

"Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus, resident common peering at what appears to be a fild mouse."
Indian Robin - Copsychus fulicatus

"Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus, resident perched on a cable."
Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus

"Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus,resident perched on a bamboo shoot."
Indian Yellow Tit - Machlolophus aplonotus

"Wnter visitor , the Lesser Whitethroat - Sylvia curruca  is common looking for grub in babul bush."
Lesser Whitethroat - Sylvia curruca 

"Long-tailed Shrike - Lanius schach, regular visitor to my garden."
Long-tailed Shrike - Lanius schach 

"Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus, winter visitor, feeding of flying bugs."
Ashy Drongo - Dicrurus leucophaeus

Once again I wish all my viewers a "HAPPY NEW YEAR 2024".
Cheer to Life 🍻

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