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Throwing it back with a captivating shot of the Common Green Magpie! This timeless beauty is catching on once again. Let its vibrant colors & exquisite plumage brighten your day. #ThrowbackThursday #IndiAves #BirdPhotography #NatureLove #TimelessBeauty #VibrantColors @Avibase

Green Bee-eaters often smack insects on branches before eating. It helps remove stings + makes prey easier to swallow. Behaviour is one of the fastest ID tools. #Birding #IndianBirds

Red-wattled Lapwing isn’t noisy for no reason. If it’s screaming, you’re too close — it’s protecting territory (often a ground nest). Trust-first tip: step away. #Birding #IndianBirds

Rose-ringed Parakeet: ring = adult male. No ring = female/juvenile. Their loud call gives them away instantly. #IndianBirds #Birding

White-throated Kingfisher isn’t restricted to water. You’ll often see it hunting from wires even in dry areas. #IndianBirds #Birding

Black Drongo: all black + forked tail + fearless attitude. Watch it chase birds much bigger than itself. #IndianBirds #Birding

Red-vented Bulbul = black head + red patch under the tail. One of the best birds to start learning in India. #IndianBirds #Birding

Red-vented Bulbul = black head + red patch under the tail. One of the best birds to start learning in India. #IndianBirds #Birding

Here's one from my archives

Purple Sunbird can look black… then suddenly purple-blue. That’s iridescence: colour changes with angle + sunlight. If you spot one near flowers, watch it in different light. #IndianBirds #Birding

From my archive 👇

Common Kingfisher = tiny size + orange belly + dagger bill. Best tip: look LOW near ponds, canals and quiet streams. Once you spot one, you’ll start seeing them everywhere. #IndianBirds #Birding

Proof from my archive 👇

Indian Roller tip: it often looks dull when perched. But in flight the wings flash electric blue. If a “brown bird” suddenly explodes into neon blue mid-air — it’s likely a Roller. #IndianBirds

Meet the stunning Common Rosefinch, as vibrant as a spring flower in full bloom! by @samthebirder April, 2024 #birdwatching #NaturePhotography #wildlifephotography #birds @IndiAves @Avibase #BirdsSeenIn2024 Captivated by its beauty? Like & RT! 💖

@incognito9 @Avibase @IndiAves Hey Arun, thanks! It's good to be back😀

@samthebirder @Avibase @IndiAves Fabulous.. seeing your post after a while Sam.. good to see it 👍

Discover the Egyptian Vulture, a vital part of our ecosystem! Their unique ability to use tools shows just how intelligent they are #bbcwildlifepotd #wildlifeconservation #naturelovers @Avibase @IndiAves Seen one or love vultures? Retweet to support!

Meet the female Red Spurfowl, a camouflage expert in India's arid zones! Tamhini Ghat, Mar'24 📸 @samthebirder #birdwatching #NaturePhotography #Wildlife #Birds #BirdLovers #BBCWildlifePOTD @IndiAves @birdsofindia @wild_india @feather_perfection Ever spotted one? Let us know!

Discover the Rufous-throated Partridge! Its unique throat color & detailed plumage make it a gem for birdwatchers. @WildlifeMag #BBCWildlifePOTD @IndiAves @Britnatureguide #BirdsSeenIn2024 Seen or dreamt of spotting this bird? Share your thoughts!

More #green for #IndiAves #VIBGYORinNature. The Asian green bee-eater. #NaturePhotography

Am I #green enough for @IndiAves #VIBGYORinNature? Rose-ringed parakeet. #BBCWildlifePOTD @Avibase #sundayvibes