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Kingfisher

Kingfisher

On the final day of the year, I spent a few hours at Pashan Lake in Pune... I had been chasing this handsome King for a week. He wasn't fishing, but rather...
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On the final day of the year, I spent a few hours at Pashan Lake in Pune... I had been chasing this handsome King for a week. He wasn't fishing, but rather eating insects. :)
Anyway, I got some good clicks.

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I'd like to wish you all a very Happy New Year and hope that it brings you new joy and success. Enjoy your vacation to the fullest and take good care of your health!!
Keep Clicking and keep sharing... :)

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Winter Season, India 2017
Kingfisher 27-28 cm
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Pune, Maharashtra, IN

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Dec, 2017

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I go to Goa every year, and often see this bird about.

Good to know Keith. :) Goa is our fav too.

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Great Photo

:) Thanks Jakeel.

What kind of bird is this that helped You click such a stunning photo? AWESOME

:) :) Thank you Mike. It's the kingfisher.

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