Masinagudi Archives • DigitalFrescos

Feb 13

by Admin in Thattekad 0 comments tags: Alwan, art, Avian, Bangalore, Bird, birds, Blue throated blue flycatcher, bulbul, catcher, Digitalfrescos, Fly, flycatcher, Masinagudi, Nikkor, Nikkor 500, Nikon, Nikon D500, Thattekad

Blue throated blue flycatcher – Male, Thattekad

The habitat of this species is a thicker forest than other species of flycatchers. The blue-throated flycatcher is found in much of the Indian Subcontinent, all through the Himalayas, the plains and Western Ghats of India in the winter. This is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Feb 13

by Admin in Masinagudi 0 comments tags: Alwan, art, Avian, Bangalore, Bird, birds, bulbul, Digitalfrescos, Masinagudi, Nikkor, Nikkor 500, Nikon, Nikon D750, Yellow browed bulbul

Yellow browed bulbul, Masinagudi

It is also called as Golden browed bulbul. An yellow and olive bird that has a distinct yellow brow and consequently the name. It is a forest canopy dwelling bird and found in the western ghats of India and Srilanka. They primarily feed on insects and berries, it is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Feb 13

by Admin in Masinagudi 0 comments tags: Alwan, art, Avian, Bangalore, Barbet, Bird, birds, Digitalfrescos, Masinagudi, Nikkor, Nikkor 500, Nikon, Nikon D750, White cheeked barbet

White cheeked barbet, Masinagudi

White-cheeked barbet is also known as the small green barbet. It is again a forest dwelling bird found mainly in western ghats and adjoining areas. A predominant fruit eater which can use its bills to excavate the cavities in trees and where it nests. It is classified as least concern by IUCN.

Feb 13

by Admin in Masinagudi 0 comments tags: Alwan, art, Avian, Bangalore, Bird, birds, Digitalfrescos, dove, Masinagudi, Nikkor, Nikkor 500, Nikon, Nikon D750, Spotted Dove

Spotted Dove, Masinagudi

A rather common dove found across India and south east Asia. Spotted Doves feed on grains, seeds and scraps. The birds are seen alone or in small flocks, feeding mostly on the ground. They were introduced to Australia in 1860s and have expanded their range across OZ. The species is found in light forests and gardens as well as in urban areas. They are classified as least concern by IUCN.

Jan 07

by Admin in Masinagudi 0 comments tags: Alwan, art, Avian, Bangalore, Bird, birds, bulbul, Digitalfrescos, Masinagudi, Nikkor, Nikkor 500, Nikon, Nikon D500, Red Wishkered, Red Wishkered bulbul

Red wishkered bulbul, Masinagudi

It is also called as the crested bulbul. This bird is found across Asia. It is one of the most common birds in urban gardens. This bird is a predominantly a fruit eating bird and is classified as least concern by IUCN.