Moments in Mount Abu: Mist and Monsoon.
July is one of the wettest months in Mount Abu, and this year was no exception. The skies remained overcast, with dense clouds hanging low over the hills. The landscape vanished beneath layers of mist and fog, transforming Abu into a scene straight out of a monsoon fairytale—but making bird photography a real challenge.
Mount Abu is famed for its rhythmic pitter-patter rain during the monsoon season. Intense downpours often interrupt the light showers, rumbling thunderstorms, and sudden gusts of wind. For birders and photographers, it means playing the waiting game—watching the skies, seeking those brief windows of calm when the rain relents and the light softens just enough to allow a clear shot.
During this monsoon season, I’ve faced variable light, muddy trails, and damp air. Protecting gear and being ready at a moment’s notice was all part of the routine. While some images from this season may not be perfect because of the tough conditions, they capture the essence of the moment—a soaked perch, a bird fluffing its feathers after a shower, or the mystery of a silhouette in the mist.
I invite you to explore the selection I’ve put together—captured with patience and perseverance, and more importantly, with a deep love for Mount Abu’s avian life. Each photograph is not just a visual treat, but a piece of this season’s story—a record of the bird life that thrives even through clouds and storms.
Stay dry, stay tuned, and enjoy the monsoon magic of Mount Abu’s feathered friends.
Bird of the fortnight.
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| White-throated Kingfisher - Halcyon smyrnensis |
White-throated Kingfisher MT ABU July 2025.m4v
%20Falco%20peregrinus%200F4A2933.jpg "Peregrine Falcon (Shaheen) Falco peregrinus")
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