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Wildlife Photography Prints of Kingfishers & Pelicans

byMahesh ReddyShips across India; Visit studio in Koramangala, BengaluruStarts from₹4,000 per printView full gallery

From the lightning-fast dive of a kingfisher to the powerful landing of a pelican, these images capture the dynamic energy of India's water birds.

A White-throated Kingfisher with a crab, a challenging prey item. The bird will typically beat the crab against a branch to disable it before swallowing.

A Pied Kingfisher with a small fish it has just caught. These black-and-white kingfishers are unique in their ability to hover over water before diving.

A Spot-billed Pelican makes a dramatic landing, its wings spread wide to brake as it splashes down into the water.

A Pied Kingfisher perched on a log, its sharp black and white plumage standing out against the warm, earthy tones of the background.

A black and white conversion of a Pied Kingfisher portrait. Stripping away the color emphasizes the intricate patterns and textures of its feathers.

A duplicate of image 47, this shot captures the White-throated Kingfisher's successful crab hunt, showcasing its vibrant blue wings.

A Black-capped Kingfisher, a shy and beautiful species, perches against a dark background that makes its brilliant blue and black plumage pop.

A Spot-billed Pelican gathers nesting material, taking off from the water with a large stick in its bill.

A Spot-billed Pelican skims the water's surface as it comes in for a landing, creating a beautiful splash.

A Pied Kingfisher perched on a thin, bare branch, patiently waiting for the perfect moment to hunt.

About Kings of the Water: Kingfishers & Pelicans

My prints are more than just wall decor. I use professional Giclée printing on 250gsm archival paper with high-bitrate RAW files to ensure the vivid blue of a kingfisher or the water ripples around a pelican are captured with absolute clarity. These are physical records of quiet mornings spent by the water, delivered to you in industrial-grade, crush-proof tubes.

15 years tracking India's water birds. — Approved by the tribe
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Mahesh Reddy

Ships across India; Visit studio in Koramangala, BengaluruStarts from ₹4,000 per print

I am Mahesh. I don't just shoot birds; I wait for them. Whether I am ankle-deep in mud or sitting still in a blind for hours, my goal is to catch the moment the wild decides to reveal itself. If you want a piece of the riverbank for your wall, let's talk.

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