Herd of Indian Wild Asses galloping. In the background is a 'mirage' in the desert, not water!
Nikon D800E, 500mm F4/E lens, f/5.6, 1/1600s, ISO 250.
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Resident. Widespread in N. subcontinent. Large size relative to other larks with erect crest, broad rounded wings, rufous-buff outer tail feathers and underwing. Habitat in desert, semi-desert, dry cultivation and costal mudflats.
Even in deserts these birds can find some vegetation to eat! And they are perfectly camouflaged in the surroundings.
Nikon D800E, 500mm F4/E lens, f/6.3, 1/1000s, ISO 250
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Winter visitor, mainly N. India. Adult has mainly black head and forelock, with white stripe behind eye extending down side of neck; red patch on head is visible at close range. Immature has brown markings on upper parts with buff or grey head and neck. In flight both adult and juveniles show black primaries and secondaries which contrast grey wing coverts. Habitat winter crops, rivers with sandbanks, lakes and reservoirs.
This photo was shot in the Kutch desert. It is extremely dry and salty there. Thanks to all of you who comment on the photograph or fave it.
Nikon D800E, 500mm F4/E lens, f/6.3, 1/640s, ISO 250.
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Winter visitor, mainly N. India. Adult has mainly black head and forelock, with white stripe behind eye extending down side of neck; red patch on head is visible at close range. Immature has brown markings on upper parts with buff or grey head and neck. In flight both adult and juveniles show black primaries and secondaries which contrast grey wing coverts. Habitat winter crops, rivers with sandbanks, lakes and reservoirs.
Nikon D800E, 500mm F4/E lens, f/6.3, 1/1000s, ISO 250.
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