Friday, October 3, 2008

Asian Paradise flycatcher



Asian Paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi).

They are insectivorous.

White ibis



White ibis (Eudocimus albus).

They feed on crabs, insects, snails, frogs, marine worms, snakes and small fish.

This bird is a winter visitor to Tamil Nadu, India.

Large Cuckoo-shrike



Large Cuckoo-shrike (Coracina macei).

They are insectivorous.

Magpie Robin



Magpie Robin, female.

Purple heron



Purple heron (Ardea purpurea).

They feed in shallow water. Their food consists of fish, frogs and insects.