Birds of Hampi
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, known for its ancient ruins and granite boulders, is also a hidden gem for birdwatchers. The semi-arid scrub and rocky terrain surrounding the Tungabhadra River offer a rich habitat for dryland and resident bird species. This collection captures avian diversity unique to this landscape, including the Yellow-throated Bulbul, an endemic species of southern India, the striking Painted Spurfowl, and raptors like the Indian Eagle-Owl. Other highlights include White-browed Wagtail, Ashy-crowned Sparrow-Lark, Jungle Bush Quail, Painted Sandgrouse, and colorful residents such as the Plum-headed Parakeet and Brahminy Myna. These images showcase the coexistence of heritage and wilderness, where ancient temples echo with the calls of babblers, bulbuls, and owls.
