Category: Flora and Fauna
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A trip to enchanting Wai
“Old God sure was in a good mood when he made this place.”― Hunter S. Thompson, The Rum Diary The cinematic Wai is one such place. This being my second trip in the year made memore enthusiastic to explore more places nearby and do some adventure sports. Wai isapproximately 200 km from Navi Mumbai through…
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Majestic Common Tailorbird: Poetry and Photography
The Tailorbird, also known as the Songbird, is a majestic passerine bird and a delight for photographers, especially during the breeding season from June to August in India. I took these pictures at Seawoods Creek in Navi Mumbai. One particular bird caught my attention with its repeated slow and rapid calls, giving me ample opportunity…
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Alexandrine Parakeet in Uran, Dist.Raigad, India: A Delightful Sight
During my recent biking adventure to Uran seaside, I was treated to the magnificent sight of the rose-ringed Parakeets. It was delightful to witness not just a couple, but dozens of these vibrant creatures flitting between the tree hollows, fiercely guarding their territory. Amidst the lively cacophony, a sweet melody stood out as a solitary…
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The Three Geese and a watering hole
I’m a confessed barfly. I genuinely enjoy drinking with friends, and colleagues and sometimes as a wingman sitting with a stranger. Spotting these Geese at Dhom Lake leisurely gulping a gallon of water along with aquatic plants reminded me of my binge drinking with friends at our favourite tavern. I wrote this poem on the…
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Spotting the Indian Spot-billed Duck
As a biker, the Western Ghats also known as the Sahyadris are my go-to mountains to rev up my bike and myself. The continuous chain of mountains is every bikers delight. They are one of the major watersheds of India and offer stunning views especially the mountains showing different variations. I spotted this awesome pair…
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The Black-winged Stilt and a Poem on Reflection
This shot was captured at Seawoods wetland on a hazy winter morning. The Black-winged Stilt was a lone chap scavenging for molluscs and other crustaceans besides the cacophony of the Pink Flamingo. I could distinctly observe that he was paying close attention to the largely still water as if in Self-acceptence or self-realization. The broken…