Grey Junglefowl – Gallus sonneratii
Grey Junglefowl is a large bird from the Phasianidae family found mainly in the south Indian peninsula. The males are bigger and colorful making it distinct from…
Nilgiri Pipit – Anthus nilghiriensis
Nilgiri Pipit is a globally threatened bird endemic to the Western Ghats. It is mainly found in the green grasslands of this mountain range in south India.
Black-hooded Oriole – Oriolus xanthornus
Black-hooded Oriole is a common bird from the Oriolidae family. The bird has a black hood as its common name indicates.
Lakshmi Hills Trekking near Munnar
When it comes to trekking in Munnar region, the popular option is the trekking to Meesappulimala – the second highest peak in the Sahyadris. But there are…
Oriental White-eye – Zosterops palpebrosus
Oriental White-eye is a small bird from the Zosteropidae family. This species has also various subspecies depend on the region.
Heart-spotted Woodpecker – Hemicircus canente
Heart-spotted Woodpecker is a small woodpecker with black and white colors. The bird is not uncommon in Kerala. Its distribution is fairly wide in Asia. In India,…
Grey-headed Canary-flycatcher (Culicicapa ceylonensis)
Grey-headed Canary-flycatcher is a small bird with grey-colored head and light yellow feathers elsewhere. It looks very much like other flycatchers in shape and size. It is…
Nikon 200-500mm for Bird Photography
This article shares my opinion and experiences about using the Nikon 200-500mm for bird photography. I have been using this lens for more than one year. Below…
Ramakkalmedu – A Breezy Hill Station in Idukki
Ramakkalmedu is a small hill station in Idukki district, Kerala lying close to Tamil Nadu – Kerala border. The place is blessed with the wind blowing almost…
Southern Hill Myna – Gracula indica
Southern Hill Myna (Gracula indica) is a forest dweller bird from the family of Starlings. It was actually a race of the Common Hill Myna (Gracula religiosa).…
Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls – Idukki
Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls are two beautiful falls by the side of Kochi-Dhanushkodi Highway (NH 85, old numbering NH 49). Both are located towards the east of Neriamangalam…
Parunthumpara near Kuttikkanam – The Eagle Rock
Parunthumpara is a small hill station between Kuttikkanam and Peermedu in Idukki district of Kerala. The place is famous for a rock which resembles an eagle. In…