Common coot breeding - Bhigwan in October

The common coot inhabits the freshwater wetlands around Pune in great numbers. This bird is known as ‘warkari’ in Marathi due to the white patch on forehead which resembles the religious daub or ‘tila’ applied on the foreheads of this community. The little babies following the adult were a delight to watch.

Bay-backed Shrike, Rehekuri

A fine specimen of a Bay-backed Shrike. Seen at Rehekuri. The broad black forehead, grey crown and nape, and white patch at base of primaries (partly hidden by the plant) are clear identifiers.

Euthethsia pulchella - a moth

This polka dotted little fellow looked just right, flitting among the wildflowers blooming at Rehekuri Wildlife Sanctuary. The first thing that strikes you is the design of a human like 'face'.