Showing posts with label large cuckooshrike. Show all posts
Showing posts with label large cuckooshrike. Show all posts

Friday, December 13, 2013

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Cuckoos--Cuculiformes- Cuculidae

The family Cuculidae includes cuckoos, roadrunners, and anise. These birds are of variable size with slender bodies, long tails, and strong legs. Many are brood parasites. About 21 species occur in India.


Asian Koel  Eudynamys scolopaceus   Mt. Abu


Asian Koel  Eudynamys scolopaceus-female   Gir 


Asian Koel  Eudynamys scolopaceus- female   Mt. Abu


Common Hawk-Cuckoo.   Mt. Abu
Greater Coucal Centropus sinensis   - Adult Mt. Abu

Large Cuckooshrike Coracina macei macei  Gir Guj


Pied Cuckoo Clamator jacobinus Took this snap on an extremely foggy day. Mt.Abu



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Cuckoo-shrikes--Passeriformes- Campephagidae

The cuckoo-shrikes are small to medium-sized passerine birds. They are predominantly greyish with white and black, although some species are brightly coloured. There are 15 species, which occur in India.

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Large Cuckooshrike Coracina macei macei    Bera Raj.

Small Minivet Pericrocotus cinnamomeus      Mt. Abu

Small Minivet Pericrocotus cinnamomeus  Mt.Abu

Small Minivet Pericrocotus cinnamomeus   Mt.Abu

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Photo Gallery Bera mountabubirds.blogspot.com

Fascinating Bera Rural Rajasthan

A Decade-Long Relationship with Bera Rural Rajasthan: An Unusual Mix of Adventure and Hallucinations.

Date of entry: [12/12/2013]

Bera Rural, Rajasthan, is the location.


Fascinating Bera Rural Rajasthan


Once again, I find myself enchanted by the timeless beauty of Bera Rural Rajasthan, a region that holds a special place in my heart since the 1980s. Undulating landscapes, unusual granite rocks, and the pleasure of adventure have become my constant companions throughout the years. Devi Singh, my close buddy, has been a loyal partner in these experiences, sharing in the thrill of fishing, hiking, and unraveling the secrets that lay inside this captivating region.
My stories about Bera provoke sceptical replies from the inexperienced. “Mate, you’ve been in the desert too long; you’re hallucinating,” they said, joking. To address such scepticism, I’ve chosen to let my recent experiences speak for themselves through the lens of my camera and the words of my blog.
Enter “HALLUCINATIONS,” my most recent blog article evoking the spirit of Bera Rural Rajasthan. The images and descriptions seek to depict the enchanting beauty and captivating creatures that flourish in this deserted area. A picture is worth a thousand words, as the adage goes, and my blog serves as a tribute to the bizarre encounters that await those who dare to journey into this lesser-known jewel.
The highlight of my recent trip to Bera was the incredible experience of birding in this secluded part of Rajasthan. The months of October to March prove to be great, as the countryside comes alive with avian delights. My Bera bird collection exemplifies the great biodiversity that inhabits this parched country, offering a glimpse into the unusual and sometimes ignored species that thrive against the backdrop of the Rajasthan desert.
Bera Rural, Rajasthan, continues to be a timeless retreat for people seeking adventure and oneness with nature. Through the lens of my recollections, Devi Singh’s friendship, and the visual storytelling in “HALLUCINATIONS,” I urge fellow travellers to embrace the beauty of this intriguing region and explore the hidden treasures that await in the heart of rural Rajasthan.



Asian Koel Eudynamys scolopaceus scolopaceus   

Barred Buttonquail Turnix suscitator taigoor

Black-winged Stilt Himantopus himantopus  

Common Babbler Turdoides caudata 

Common Babbler Turdoides caudata caudata 



Common Iora Aegithina tiphia deignani   - Male 

Common Myna Acridotheres tristis tristis  

Eurasian Collared Dove Streptopelia decaocto  

Greater Coucal Centropus sinensis   - Adult
Grey-backed Shrike Lanius tephronotus  

Indian Peafowl Pavo cristatus   - Male

Indian Peafowl Pavo cristatus   

Large Cuckooshrike Coracina macei macei  

Laughing Dove Streptopelia senegalensis cambayensis  

Long-billed Vulture Gyps indicus  

Painted Stork Mycteria leucocephala   

Painted Stork Mycteria leucocephala   

Painted Stork Mycteria leucocephala   - Juvenile 


Painted Stork Mycteria leucocephala 

Sarus Crane Grus antigone   



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