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Gokulnath Photography A Curated Collection of Photographs by Gokulnath Raja - hobbyist freestyle photographer

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Little EgretThese wading birds with snow white plumage never fail to catch your eyes. They are a common sight in cpastal...
16/07/2023

Little Egret

These wading birds with snow white plumage never fail to catch your eyes. They are a common sight in cpastal areas and inland waterbodies. In Pulicat Lake, the egrets live alongside colonies of flamingos.

The Pulicat Lake is a brackish lagoon in the north of Chennai that attracts thousands of migratory birds every year. It is the best place in Chennai to spot flamingos and get those dreamy close-up famingo shots with sunrise/sunset in the backdrop.

Common Birds: Greater Flamingo, Lesser Flamingo, Terns, Storks, Pelicans, Egrets, Herons, Curlews

Distance from Chennai: 90 km (2 hours)

Local villagers from the Pazhaverkadu jetty / fish market ply boats to the flamingo wading area. Flamingos wade about 5 km from the seashore, in shallow waters. About a 15 min boat ride should take you there.

Boatride Starting Point:
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=C899%2BQ9R%2C%2BPulicat%2C%2BTamil%2BNadu%2B601205%2C%2BIndia&sll=13.419501731258187,80.3182252496481

Entrance Fee: Nil

Boat Fare: No standard tariffs. The boat owners may charge Rs. 1500 to Rs. 3000 depending on the duration of ride, number of tourists, purpose (photography / leisure) etc.

Contact:
Yuvaraj (boatsman) - 9710518040
Yuvaraj charges a little higher than the other boatmen in Pazhaverkadu, but he has good knowledge of birds and is dependable.

Greater FlamingoFlamingos are the stars of Pulicat. Hundreds of thousands of flamingos flock to this brackish lagoon bet...
15/07/2023

Greater Flamingo

Flamingos are the stars of Pulicat. Hundreds of thousands of flamingos flock to this brackish lagoon between every summer and paint the waters pink.

The Pulicat Bird sanctuary stretches across Tirpati district of Andhra Pradesh and Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu. It is better accessible from the Pazhaverkadu hamlet at Thiruvallur, north of Chennai.

Common Birds: Greater Flamingo, Lesser Flamingo, Terns, Storks, Pelicans, Egrets, Herons, Curlews

Distance from Chennai: 90 km (2 hours)

Local villagers from the Pazhaverkadu jetty / fish market ply boats to the flamingo wading area. Flamingos wade about 5 km from the seashore, in shallow waters. About a 15 min boat ride should take you there.

Boatride Starting Point:
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=C899%2BQ9R%2C%2BPulicat%2C%2BTamil%2BNadu%2B601205%2C%2BIndia&sll=13.419501731258187,80.3182252496481

Entrance Fee: Nil

Boat Fare: No standard tariffs. The boat owners may charge Rs. 1500 to Rs. 3000 depending on the duration of ride, number of tourists, purpose (photography / leisure) etc.

Contact:
Yuvaraj (boatsman) - 9710518040
Yuvaraj charges a little higher than the other boatmen in Pazhaverkadu, but he has good knowledge of birds and is dependable.

Eurasian CurlewWhat may seem like a deformity is actually a very useful adaptation. Curlews have curved bills that allow...
14/07/2023

Eurasian Curlew

What may seem like a deformity is actually a very useful adaptation. Curlews have curved bills that allow them to dig sideways when they forage the seabed for food. It helps them cover a wider area, enhancing their chances of getting food.

Curlews live alongside flamingos and other wading birds in the Pulicat Lake, near Chennai. The lake is the second largest brackish lagoon in India and is the summer resort for thousands of flamboyant flamingos that flock from afar.

Common Birds: Greater Flamingo, Lesser Flamingo, Terns, Storks, Pelicans, Egrets, Herons, Curlews

Distance from Chennai: 90 km (2 hours)

Local villagers from the Pazhaverkadu jetty / fish market ply boats to the flamingo wading area. Flamingos wade about 5 km from the seashore, in shallow waters. About a 15 min boat ride should take you there.

Boatride Starting Point:
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=C899%2BQ9R%2C%2BPulicat%2C%2BTamil%2BNadu%2B601205%2C%2BIndia&sll=13.419501731258187,80.3182252496481

Entrance Fee: Nil

Boat Fare: No standard tariffs. The boat owners may charge Rs. 1500 to Rs. 3000 depending on the duration of ride, number of tourists, purpose (photography / leisure) etc.

Contact:
Yuvaraj (boatsman) - 9710518040
Yuvaraj charges a little higher than the other boatmen in Pazhaverkadu, but he has good knowledge of birds and is dependable.

Common KingfishersThe Common Kingfishers are among the most attractive of the kingfisher species due their glowing green...
13/07/2023

Common Kingfishers

The Common Kingfishers are among the most attractive of the kingfisher species due their glowing green and blue colors. The colors are actually due to iridiscence and they appear different in different light and angles.

This cute kingfisher sat focused hunting for fish, in the Pallikaranai lake. Pallikaranai is a freshwater marsh within the city limits. It is a great birding hotspot in Chennai for migratory birds like pelicans, storks and a lot of other waterbirds.

Check out my previous post on Ashy Prinia for more information about the Pallikaranai marsh.

Paddyfield PipitPipits are small passerine birds common in semi urban and rural areas of India. They belong to the wagta...
11/07/2023

Paddyfield Pipit

Pipits are small passerine birds common in semi urban and rural areas of India. They belong to the wagtail family.

This Pipit was spotted in the Pallikaranai Marsh in Chennai. The Pallikaranai Marsh is a freshwater marsh and a great place to spot pelicans, storks and other waterbirds within the city limits.

Check out my previous post (Ashy Prinia) for more information on the Pallikaranai Marsh Park.

Ashy PriniaPrinias try their best to look intimidating with their angry red eyes; no matter how much they try, they are ...
10/07/2023

Ashy Prinia

Prinias try their best to look intimidating with their angry red eyes; no matter how much they try, they are incredibly cute.

This cute Ashy Prinia caught my attention with loud chip, in the Pallikaranai Marshland. Pallikaranai is a freshwater marsh in Chennai that attracts migratory birds like storks and pelicans, and even flamingos. You can enjoy a Pulicat-like Vedanthangal-like experience within the city limits.

Common Birds: Storks, Pelicans, Cormorants, Herons, Egrets, Ducks, Sandpipers, Hens, Coots, Kingfishers, Prinias and more.

Location: About 15 kilometers from the city centre

Charges (Wetland Park)
Entrance: Rs. 10 per person
Camera: Rs. 200

The wetland extends on either side of the 200 feet radial road where these birds can be spotted from a distance - for free.

Scaly-breasted MuniaMunias are cute small chirpy birds that love to live in flocks. They are beautifully colored in brow...
06/07/2023

Scaly-breasted Munia

Munias are cute small chirpy birds that love to live in flocks. They are beautifully colored in brown plumage with a contrasting white scaly breast.

This Munia was spotted in Vellode Bird Sanctuary in Erode. The sanctuary is a newly commissioned bird sanctuary with several waterbirds and passerines. This sanctuary is a huge relief to the birdwatchers in the Coimbatore belt, for whom Vedanthangal is quite far.

Birds: Pelicans, Cormorants, Storks, Egrets, Herons, Ducks, Passerines and more.

Distance from Coimbatore: 100 km (2 hours)
Distance from Erode: 15 km (30 min)
Distance from Salem: 80 km (90 min)
Public Transport Connectivity: Poor

Time: 6 am to 6 pm
Open all days
Best time to visit: November to March | Morning

Facilities: Binoculars on rent, Watchtower, Park benches, Parking

Black DrongoDrongos are very common even in urban areas, and are usually mistaken for crow chicks. They can be unmistaka...
05/07/2023

Black Drongo

Drongos are very common even in urban areas, and are usually mistaken for crow chicks. They can be unmistakably identified by their fork-tipped tail.

Pond HeronPond herons are a common sight in rural areas, espcially near waterbodies. This striking heron was fou d balan...
04/07/2023

Pond Heron

Pond herons are a common sight in rural areas, espcially near waterbodies. This striking heron was fou d balancing on a fallen branch at the Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary.

The Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary is the oldest water bird sanctuary in India. It hosts a rich variety of migratory and domestic, water and tree-dwelling birds.

Birds: Pelicans, Storks, Spoonbills, Garganeys, Teals, Ducks, Grebes, Herons, Egrets, Kingfishers, Spotted Owlet, Cuckoos, Woodpeckers, Rollers, Oriole, Babblers and a lot more.

Distance from Chennai: 60 km (90 min by road)

Connectivity: Not very great (use own vehicle to the extent possible)

Time: 6 am to 6 pm
Open all days

Entry Fee: Rs. 10
Camera: Rs. 50

Binoculars available on rent at Rs. 50

Best time to visit: Mornings | November to March

Black-crowned Night HeronNight Herons live in large colonies with other herons and egrets, and also other long-legged wa...
04/07/2023

Black-crowned Night Heron

Night Herons live in large colonies with other herons and egrets, and also other long-legged wading birds like storks and spoonbills.

The Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary near Mysuru is a haven for waterbirds like the night herons. It is formed by islets on the banks of river Cauvery.

Birds: Spot-billed Pelican, Painted Stork, Asian Open Billed Stork, Eurasian Spoonbill, Heron, Egret, Flycatcher, Bee Eater, Parakeet and many other waterbirds.

Bonus: Crocodiles

Special Attraction: Boating that takes you very close to the colonies of these waterbirds.

Distance from Mysuru: 20 km (30 min by road)

Time: 8:30 am to 6 pm
Open all days

Charges: Entry Fee - Rs. 75 | Boating Fee (shared) - Rs. 100 | Camera Fee - Rs. 150 for lens below 200 mm and Rs. 600 for above | Exclusive Boating - Rs. 2000

Special Tip: Visit the sanctuary early in the morning on weekdays, you can enjoy the privacy of an exclusive boating for the fee of a shared boating.

Grey HeronTerrifying eyes and intimidating confidence - the herons are apex predators in their territories. This heron w...
03/07/2023

Grey Heron

Terrifying eyes and intimidating confidence - the herons are apex predators in their territories. This heron was intensly staring at a large fish - a potential prey, in the Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Chennai.

The Arignar Anna Zoological Park (aka Vandalur Zoo) is the first public zoo in India. It sprawls over 1400 acres and houses over 60 species of birds. Apart from the caged exotic birds, you can spot a variety of waterbirds, tree birds and peacocks freely ranging inside the park.

The park may not be exciting for seasoned wildlife photographers, but a great place for beginners to practice wildlife photography and even understand animal behavior.

Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Ticket Counter closes at 4:30 pm
Holiday: Tuesday
Activities: Elephant bath (4 pm), Lion, Tiger and Deer Safari (enclosed park | bus only)
Website: www.aazp.in

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