Birds Around Me

   Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) मोर, मयूर  Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus): The Vibrant National Bird of India The Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus), popularly known as मोर or मयूर in Hindi, is one of the most iconic and spectacular birds in India. Officially declared the National Bird of India in 1963, this majestic creature holds a special place in Indian culture, mythology, art, and ecology. Adored in poems, songs, folktales, and classical dances, the Indian peacock is a symbol of grace, elegance, and mystique. Its elaborate mating dance, where the male fans out his vividly colored "train" and performs rhythmic movements, is a mesmerizing spectacle. This courtship display usually takes place from December to the end of the monsoon season, most often in the early morning. Interestingly, the shimmering "train" that attracts so much admiration isn’t the actual tail—it comprises elongated upper tail-coverts adorned with striking “eye spots” (ocelli). Each feather en...

It is always exciting to see an exquisite, fairy-like Paradise Flycatcher. I have seen it so many times, but couldn't frame it. On April 22, I not only observed for a long period of time but also managed to capture a decent record shot. All the action happened 20 m from my home in Jabalpur. Indian paradise flycatcher दूधराज, सुल्ताना बुलबुल (Terpsiphone paradisi)  Jabalpur, MP, India April 2025 Medium-sized passerine bird, native to Asia, the Indian Paradise Flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradise) “Dhudraj दूधराज” is the State bird of Madhya Pradesh.  Facts: It is about the size of a bulbul, excluding the tail ribbons, which are between 25-30 cm long. The adult male is silvery-white with two long ribbon-like feathers, or 'streamers', in his tail and a glossy metallic black, crested head. The female and young male are chestnut above, greyish white below, also with a black crested head. The nest of the Paradise Flycatcher is a compactly woven cup of fine grasses and fibers plastere...

  Red-vented Bulbul -  कलसिरी बुलबुल, गुल्दुम (Pycnonotus cafer) Sanjivini Nagar, Jabalpur, M.P., India Red-vented Bulbul - कलसिरी बुलबुल, गुल्दुम (Pycnonotus cafer), is the commonest and most widespread bulbul of Indian Sub-continent, is listed as the world's 100 worst invasive alien species. Can be seen in open scrubs, parks, gardens, and open deciduous forests, often in pairs or small groups. Hindi name of  Red-vented Bulbul  (Pycnonotus cafer):  कलसिरी बुलबुल, गुल्दुम  Birds Around Me - Unfinished List (अपूर्ण  सूची) :  https://birds.rekabira.in/p/this-is-list-of-birds-i-clicked-since.html -- Ashutosh Jhureley  @BirdsAroundMe Red-vented Bulbul -  कलसिरी बुलबुल, गुल्दुम (Pycnonotus cafer) Devtal, Jabalpur, MP, India October 2023 Red-vented Bulbul -  कलसिरी बुलबुल, गुल्दुम (Pycnonotus cafer) Sanjivini Nagar, Jabalpur, M.P., India Red-vented Bulbul -  कलसिरी बुलबुल, गुल्दुम (Pycnonotus cafer) Sanjivini Nagar, Jabalpur, M...