The Malabar Grey Hornbill is a Hornbill species that is endemic to the Western Ghats in India and it is common to see them in the plantations along the Ghats. Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, near Cochin, Kerala is a popular destination to observe and photograph these winged wonders.
During our visit to this Sanctuary, we saw them flying around in small groups almost everywhere. And a patient birder can easily get some frame filling compositions like these.
During our visit to this Sanctuary, we saw them flying around in small groups almost everywhere. And a patient birder can easily get some frame filling compositions like these.
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God i.e, lovely.
Thanks for sharing.
A face only a mother could love. They are wonderful shots (as usual.)
such an ancient looking creature.
All always a great pleasure for the eyes to discover Indian wilderness throught your admirable pictures...
Thnaks for the sharing
saw one last evening in flight in one of the plantations near belur, though wasnt sure if it was the indian grey or the malabar grey..ive seen both before in these areas
Very interessting bird, the beak is enormus! Lovelly images ;)
Thomas, these are wonderful! Interesting beaks!
wonderful pictures of a very cool bird!
What an interesting looking bird. You always amaze me with your nature photos. Your images are unsurpassed as far as clarity and sharpness and also unique and fascinating.
looks slightly funny in the close-up, no? :) lovely photos as usual..
So educational and textbook, Thomas...as always.
Buongiorno Thomas and Shilpy, the Grey Hornbill Malabar is a stunning bird with a beautiful beak.
Have a good week
Cracking shots Thomas. And what a beak he has!
this is so close!
Lovely bird, and the expressions that you captured were splendid~
Very intense looking and handsome bird. His head reminds me of a cross between a toucan and a Blue Heron. Lovely photos!
Frequent visitor who always enjoys your photos.
Wow, just found your blog, it's beautiful. The Camera and photographer compliment each other immensely!
Great eyelashes! But he could do with a nose job, though.
Great photos, Thomas.I had no idea they fly in flocks.
I've heard that Hornbills can be very aggressive (territorial fights etc.). That bill is a pretty nifty piece of armoury.
Nice shooting Thomas.
such a gorgeous creature! beautiful captures too! :)
Great shots! I can see the best wildlife photography here!
very beautiful photo; bravo
Great photos of a crazy bird, especially the second-to-last
Thomas, another great collection. Interesting bird. It is amazing how evolution gave each bird species different beak design. Anna :)
Fantastic photos
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