Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Birding on the Foothills of Mount Abu: 12 February 2025

 Abu Road and Environs continued:

12 Feb 2025.
A short preview of the Dhanari area. 

Bird of the Day

Indian Pied Starling - Gracupica contra
Another "Lifer" for me had not recorded this species before.

Black Drongo - Dicrurus macrocercus

Bluethroat - Luscinia svecica 

Bluethroat - Luscinia svecica 

Citrine Wagtail - Motacilla citreola 

Citrine Wagtail - Motacilla citreola 

Common Sandpiper - Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper - Actitis hypoleucos

Eurasian Collared-Dove - Streptopelia decaocto

Eurasian Hoopoe - Upupa epops

Eurasian Hoopoe - Upupa epops

Glossy Ibis - Plegadis falcinellus

Grey-headed Swamphen - Porphyrio poliocephalus

Grey-headed Swamphen - Porphyrio poliocephalus

Great Egret - Ardea alba

Great Egret - Ardea alba

Indian Pied Starling - Gracupica contra

Indian Spot-billed Duck - Anas poecilorhyncha

Indian Thick-knee - Burhinus indicus

Indian Thick-knee - Burhinus indicus

Large Gray Babbler - Turdoides malcolmi

Oriental Darter - Anhinga melanogaster

Pallas's Gull - Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus

Pallas's Gull - Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus

Purple Heron - Ardea purpurea

Purple Heron - Ardea purpurea

Red-naped Ibis - Pseudibis papillosa

River Tern - Sterna aurantia

Ruddy Shelduck -Tadorna ferruginea

Ruddy Shelduck -Tadorna ferruginea

Ruddy Shelduck -Tadorna ferruginea

Ruddy Shelduck -Tadorna ferruginea

Western Marsh Harrier - Circus aeruginosus 

White Wagtail - Motacilla alba

Wood Sandpiper - Tringa glareola 

Stay tuned for more stories from the field! In my next blog, I’ll take you on an exciting journey to the West Banas Dam, nestled in the serene area known as Dhanari. This hidden gem is a haven for birdwatchers, boasting over 100 unique species sightings. Get ready for a spectacular display for the eyes and camera, featuring waterfowl raptors and a variety of other migratory birds. Don’t miss the chance to explore this natural wonder through my snapshots and experiences. See you soon with another adventure!


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