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From the lightning-fast dives of the Peregrine Falcon to the patient gaze of the Crested Serpent Eagle, capturing raptors is the ultimate test for a bird photographer. Join me in the wild to document these masters of the sky.

A Short-toed Snake Eagle spreads its impressive wings as it takes flight. These raptors are specialists, feeding mainly on snakes and lizards found in open habitats.

A Peregrine Falcon, the fastest animal on the planet, perches on a stump in the Little Rann of Kutch, with a wild ass passing in the background. A frame that captures the essence of this unique landscape.

A Greater Spotted Eagle stands majestically, its intense gaze fixed on the horizon. These powerful raptors are a thrilling sight on my winter birding tours.

A portrait of a Peregrine Falcon in the Little Rann of Kutch. Its power and grace are evident even at rest. It is a formidable aerial predator.

A Short-toed Snake Eagle displays its might as it takes off, showing its full wingspan of over five feet.

A Short-toed Snake Eagle in a graceful banking turn, captured against the lush green canopy of the Bhigwan grasslands.

The Common Kestrel in its characteristic hunting pose, hovering in mid-air as it scans the ground for prey. Its fanned tail and wings are a beautiful sight.

Another shot of the hovering Common Kestrel, a small but formidable falcon with a wingspan of up to 82 cm.

A Shikra, a small but fierce bird of prey, stands over its squirrel catch. These raptors are common in India and are bold hunters of rodents, lizards, and small birds.

A juvenile Changeable Hawk-Eagle, much paler than the adult, with cleaner white underparts. It will develop its darker, more defined patterns as it matures.

About Birds of Prey

Photographing raptors is not about simply finding them, it is about reading their intent. Whether you are aiming for the high-speed flight shots of a Peregrine Falcon or the quiet portrait of a perched Serpent Eagle, the real work happens in anticipation. I teach you how to set up your gear for these lightning-fast moments so you are not left fumbling with your shutter speed while the action happens in front of you.

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Ragesh

Birding expeditions across IndiaStarts from ₹2,000 Per Person Per Day

I am Ragesh, and I have spent years chasing birds, including these incredible raptors, across wild places like the Little Rann of Kutch and Panna. My goal is not just to get the shot, but to help you understand the daily drama and behavior of these birds through your own lens.

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A Crested Serpent Eagle stares directly into the lens. Its piercing yellow eyes and confident posture make for a compelling and powerful bird of prey portrait.
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A Lesser Adjutant Stork calls out from its high perch, while a Black Cormorant rests below. This scene captures the hierarchy and shared habitat of different large bird species in the wild.
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A Marsh Harrier prepares for flight, its wings tensed and ready. I captured this moment to show the bird's athletic build and readiness, a common sight in the wetlands I frequent.
An Osprey, a specialized fish-eating hawk, captured mid-flight against a clear blue sky. This shot demonstrates my ability to track and photograph fast-moving subjects in open environments.
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