The Eurasian Wigeon goes by the scientific name of Mareca penelope. The specific penelope is a reference to Homer’s epic poem… Read more Penelope and the shroud
Tag: Thol Bird Sanctuary
The whispering whoosh of a zillion wingflaps
There is something fascinating about flocks of birds as I have been discovering lately. My friend, Saravanan Janakarajan, our guide,… Read more The whispering whoosh of a zillion wingflaps
You are what you eat
The word ‘flamingo’ comes from the Latin word ‘flamenco’ which means fire, and refers to the bright colour of the… Read more You are what you eat
Of birds, birdies and biryanis 