Birds Around Me

The Harlequin Duck (Histrionicus histrionicus) is one of the most striking and colorful sea ducks of the northern hemisphere. Small and compact, measuring about 40–47 cm in length, it is instantly recognizable by its bold plumage and lively behavior in turbulent waters.   Female Harlequin Duck (Histrionicus histrionicus) Iceland, July 2025 Adult males are particularly spectacular. Their plumage is a dramatic mix of slate blue, chestnut, and white, with bold spots and stripes that resemble the costume of a harlequin clown—hence the name. Females, by contrast, are more subdued, with brown plumage and three pale facial spots that help distinguish them from other sea ducks.   Harlequin Ducks breed in fast‑flowing rivers and streams across northern North America, Greenland, and Iceland, as well as parts of eastern Russia. Nests are usually hidden among rocks or vegetation close to water. After breeding, they migrate to winter along rocky coastlines of the North Pacific an...

  Eastern Great Egret (बगुला) Ardea alba modesta Taken on June 26, 2018 Location: Sanjivini Nagar, Jabalpur, India (Latitude: 23.172826, Longitude: 79.881881)  Great Egret (बगुला) Ardea alba modesta is a large bird with all white plumage that can reach 101 cm in height. Apart from size, the Great Egret can be distinguished from other white egrets by long thin neck with a sharp, almost rectangular kink in it when not fully extended, and long slim dagger like bill which appears longer than it's head. It also has a slow flight, with its neck retracted. This is characteristic of herons and bitterns, and distinguishes them from storks, cranes and spoonbills, which extend their necks. Eastern Great Egret (बगुला) Ardea alba modesta and Painted Stork (कठसारंग) Mycteria leucocephala October 2023 Jabalpur M.P., India Identification:   Yellow bill usually without dusky tip (non-breeding); plume only on back, black bill, turquoise facial skin, legs tinged with red.   Bird F...

Whether you're an experienced birdwatcher or simply seeking a tranquil escape into nature, RSPB Rye Meads is a place to unwind, connect with the natural world, and appreciate the beauty of nature. Common Kingfishers छोटा किलकिला, राम चिरैया, शरीफन, निता मछराला (Alcedo atthis) make is even special. A shutosh Jhureley  @BirdsAroundMe My unfinished List of Birds (पक्षियों की अपूर्ण  सूची):  https://birds.rekabira.in/p/this-is-list-of-birds-i-clicked-since.html RSPB Rye Meads - Common Kingfisher छोटा किलकिला, राम चिरैया, शरीफन, निता मछराला  (Alcedo atthis)  RSPB Rye Meads - Common Kingfisher छोटा किलकिला, राम चिरैया, शरीफन, निता मछराला  (Alcedo atthis)  RSPB Rye Meads - Common Kingfisher छोटा किलकिला, राम चिरैया, शरीफन, निता मछराला  (Alcedo atthis)  RSPB Rye Meads - Common Kingfisher छोटा किलकिला, राम चिरैया, शरीफन, निता मछराला  (Alcedo atthis)  RSPB Rye Meads - Common Kingfisher छोटा किलकिला, राम चिरैया, शरीफन, निता मछराला  (Alce...