Bird..
The prinias are a genus of small insectivorous birds belonging to the passerine bird family Cisticolidae. They are often also alternatively classed in the Old World warbler family, Sylviidae. The name of the genus is derived from the Javanese prinya, the local name for the Bar-winged Prinia.
A little break..
Took a little break from nest building and took a bird's eye look (literally) on the progress of his nest.
Female Baya Weaver
The Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) is a weaverbird found across South and Southeast Asia. Flocks of these birds are found in grasslands, cultivated areas, scrub and secondary growth and they are best known for their hanging retort shaped nests woven from leaves. These nest colonies are usually found on thorny trees or palm fronds and the nests are often built near water or hanging over water where predators cannot reach easily.
These are sparrow-sized (15 cm) and in their non-breeding plumage, both males and females resemble female house sparrows. They have a stout conical bill and a short square tail. Non-breeding males and females look alike, dark brown streaked fulvous buff above, plain (unstreaked) whitish fulvous below, eyebrow long and buff coloured, bill is horn coloured and no mask. Breeding males have a bright yellow crown, dark brown mask, blackish brown bill, upper parts are dark brown streaked with yellow, with a yellow breast and cream buff below.
Showing off..
This male baya weaver was showing off his nest. It was surprising to see all males building the nest relentlessly and female enjoying the weather :).
It was a treat to find around 15-20 nests with almsot same number of birds near my parents home. I spent lot of time shotting these birds inspite if the fact that it was heavily overcast. Did got some good shots and that made it worthwhile. Will post a few more from that lot in coming days.
CameraCanon EOS Digital Rebel XSi
Exposure0.004 sec (1/250)
Aperturef/7.1
Focal Length400 mm
ISO Speed400
Exposure Bias0 EV
Lens EF 100-400L
Serene..
Shot at the banks of Loch Tay with the picturesque Perthshire Highlands in view.
Thanks to John and his wife Isabella for taking us on a wonderful day long trip to the Highlands. It was the best experience we had so far.
Camera Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi
Exposure 0.001 sec (1/1600)
Aperture f/6.3
Focal Length 55 mm
ISO Speed 200
Exposure Bias -2/3 EV
Len EFS 18-55
Basking in sun..
Basking in sun, who needs shades :)
Shot at Edinburgh zoo, from behind the glass which reflects subtly at the right of shot
Got to work today as well with a major release this Friday.
Catch you guys later. Enjoy your weekend!
Camera Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi
Exposure 0.003 sec (1/400)
Aperture f/7.1
Focal Length 300 mm
ISO Speed 200
Exposure Bias -1 EV
Lens EF 70-300