Western Marsh Harrier

The marsh harriers are birds of prey of the harrier subfamily. They are medium-sized raptors and the largest and broadest-winged harriers. A migratory raptor that visits Indian and Africa from Europe and Asia during winters. These harriers glide low just above the grassland and make a quick dive to feed on frog, fish, insects and birds. The adult female is identified by the pale crown. This image was made as the bird was preening and a small feather is seen on one of the eyes as a result of the preening activity.

Marsh male preening

Marsh male preening The marsh harriers are birds of prey of the harrier subfamily. They are medium-sized raptors and the largest and broadest-winged harriers. The harrier is seen here preening. It was indeed a wonderful time to spend the whole morning observing and documenting the specific individual. All actions including resting to hunting, feeding, Preening all recorded in one session was wonderful.

Male Marsh Harrier

Male Marsh Harrier The marsh harriers are birds of prey of the harrier subfamily. They are medium-sized raptors and the largest and broadest-winged harriers. The harrier is seen here resting after feeding on the kill. It was indeed a wonderful time to spend the whole morning observing and documenting the specific individual. All actions including resting to hunting, feeding, Preening all recorded in one session was wonderful.

Marsh harrier male with kill

Marsh harrier male with kill The marsh harriers are birds of prey of the harrier subfamily. They are medium-sized raptors and the largest and broadest-winged harriers. The harrier is seen here feeding on the kill. It was indeed a wonderful time to spend the whole morning observing and documenting the specific individual. All actions including resting to hunting, feeding, Preening all recorded in one session was wonderful.

Marsh Male feeding on a kill

Marsh Male feeding on a kill The marsh harriers are birds of prey of the harrier subfamily. They are medium-sized raptors and the largest and broadest-winged harriers. The harrier is seen here feeding on the kill. It was indeed a wonderful time to spend the whole morning observing and documenting the specific individual. All actions including resting to hunting, feeding, Preening all recorded in one session was wonderful.