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Photographing Vibrant Songbirds & Perching Birds

byPGahlot PhotographyIn-person workshops across Delhi-NCRStarts from₹700 per participant per sessionView full gallery

From the electric blues of the Indian Pitta to the brilliant yellow of the Golden Oriole, India's smaller birds are full of personality if you know where to look.

The Indian Pitta, known as 'Navrang' for its nine colors, perches beautifully on a branch, showcasing its vibrant plumage.

An Indian Roller, or 'Neelkanth', sits atop a post in Jhalana Reserve Forest, its stunning blue wing feathers on display.

A male Indian Golden Oriole, a splash of brilliant yellow against the green foliage, captured in Bhondsi Ashram.

The stunning Indian Paradise Flycatcher in its cinnamon morph, a prized sighting for any birdwatcher in Gurugram.

An intimate video of a pair of Plum-headed Parakeets sharing a moment of affection, showcasing their beautiful colors and bonding behavior.

A Red-billed Leiothrix perched gracefully, its colorful plumage making it a jewel of the forest in Sattal, Uttarakhand.

The Blue Whistling Thrush, with its deep, iridescent blue feathers, photographed in the serene environment of Sattal.

An Orange-headed Thrush against a dark background, making its bright orange head and body pop.

The large and impressive Blue-bearded Bee-eater calling from its perch in Pilibhit Tiger Reserve.

A Flameback Woodpecker with its striking red crest, clinging to the side of a tree trunk.

About Vibrant Songbirds & Perching Birds

Songbirds move fast and often stay deep in the canopy where light is scarce. During my workshops, we don't just point and shoot, we focus on anticipating their flight paths and understanding their calls so you get the shot instead of a blur of feathers.

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PGahlot Photography

In-person workshops across Delhi-NCRStarts from ₹700 per participant per session

I’m always out in the wild with my Nikon, chasing everything from tigers to the tiny Navrang. My goal is simple: I want you to see the magic hidden in our local parks, not just through a lens, but by learning how to truly observe the wild.

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