Wild Life
You are being watched
You dont know who is watching you from the bushes! Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear.
Bathing in the Sun
When the sun is seen right in the eyes ! Serengeti 2023 Edition. Canon Gear.
Mother and Daughter
Both Mother and Daughter were frantically calling the younger daughter and sibling! Serengeti 2018 Edition. Canon Gear.
When the King charged!
The King of Namiri Plains charged - Straight on albeit a moment of distraction. Serengeti 2023 Edition. Canon Gear.
Board Meeting
Looking for a resolution from the Board Meeting! Mara 2018 Edition. Canon Gear.
Legends of Mara
When the Legends of Mara come right upto you! It is Surreal! Mara 2018 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Stare
The Stare, so intense, it could just kill anyone! Serengeti 2023 Edition. Canon Gear.
A Mirage?
When the Legendary Brothers (of Tano Baro fame) rests under an Acacia..; Mara 2021 Edition. Canon Gear
Brother's day out
When Mom is away on hunt, that is the best time to step out! Ranthambore Archives. Canon Gear.
Riddhi!
True to her genes, Riddhi - The undisputed queen of the Lakes, Ranthambore. Canon Gear.
Faulu!
One of the Legends of Mara! Faulu! Mara 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
Lost in woods!
Looking back with an intent! Nagarhole Tiger Reserve / Kabini. Canon Gear.
Serengeti Sunrise
Watching the sun rise in my favorite place on earth! Serengeti 2023 Edition. Canon Gear.
Njaa Pride
My Dream Shot! Finally realized my dream. Njaa Pride under Baobab Tree. Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear.
Short Fused Leopard
She was on such a short fuse, she was all set to pounce on my Jeep. Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear
Two Legends in a frame! (Elephant and Ruaha)
Mother taking her calf towards the edge of River Ruaha. Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear.
Just about to land!
A Pelican gets ready to land! RBS Archives. Canon Gear.
The Little-Cute Devil!
Walking in the footsteps of his father! A Cub walks along! Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Train of Serengeti chugs along!
Serengeti Train - Chugs along! Serengeti 2023 Edition. Canon Gear.
Mouth Wide Open
This Mugger Crocodile enjoying a sunday morning sunbath! RBS Archives. Canon Gear.
Get - Set - Go!
This Pelican is all set to take another sortie! RBS Archives. Canon Gear.
Bathing in the Golden Light
Serengeti mornings and the running machine of the endless plains. Serengeti 2018 Edition. Canon Gear.
KrisKrossed
RBS Mysore Archives. Canon Gear.
The Night Stalker
When the moon and stars are out, she walks out! Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Curious one!
This cub (of Noorie ) looks at me with all curiosity! Ranthambore Archives. Canon Gear.
The Martial Eagle!
The Baobab one of the legends of Ruaha has another Legend perched up on her branches! Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear.
Measuring his Kingdom!
The King, watching the sun set, measures up his kingdom! Serengeti 2023 Edition. Canon Gear.
Brooding Stork!
Pitched against the sun, this stork seemed brooding over something! RBS Edition. Canon Gear.
There is no looking back!
You have moved on and there is no looking back. Serengeti 2018 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Pride of Jongameru!
One of the Pride Males of Jongameru. Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear.
Mid Air
A Cheetah is getting up to its speed even as she marks her prey! Mara 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
A Short fused cat!
A Short Fused Cat gets ready to launch at my jeep. Ruaha 2024 Edition. Canon Gear.
Still Mode!
A Greater Egret stands still, striking a pose! RBS 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
In Deep thoughts
The King lost in deep thoughts. Mara 2022 Edition. Canon Gear.
Tiny and Cute Road Blocks!
Who does not want such roadblocks? Filled with Tiny tots and furballs!? Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Taking a stand for the morning!
This Cheetah takes a stand on a mound while the sun warms up the plains. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Under the shadows of Gaints
One Giant sleeping under the shadows of another! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
Its all about fight for the Spoils!
Two Maribu Storks engage in a fight over the spoils of an Wildebeest! while Ruppell and White-Backs looks on! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Maribu's stake!
This Maribu Stork catches Ruppell's neck while others fight over a kill! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
I could almost feel him!
It was a moment that sent shivers down my spine. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
Stand-Off
A Pair of Ruppell's vultures take a stand on a Wildebeest Carcass! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
The Swag!
A White Backed Vulture moves with its typical swag! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
A Sun Rise to die for!
That too when a Cheetah stands silhouetted against the rising sun! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
Birds of Prey - Tawny Eagles - Mating Pair
For the first time, I happened to see Tawnies Mating. While I missed that shot, I could get both of them in a single frame! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Too much close for comfort
He came close - Very close, too close! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
A moment to cherish
These two brothers nuzzle and comfort one another. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
The King and his Sprawling Kingdom
One of my favorite images that beats the frame rule! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
Mother and Chick - Kori Bustard
Rare encounter with Kori Bustard and her Chick! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
My Dream Frame
There are certain situations and frames that I dream of - This is one of them. Canon Gear -16-35mm. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Future of Serengeti
These three cubs, adorable ones, looks up with those curious little eyes - They are the future of Serengeti. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Waking up from a deep slumber!
The Hill Pride Male - gets up from his deep slumber! While the sun sets, he is into action! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
The Curious three Musketeers!
Look at the lovely Furballs - Well can you see where the third one is hiding? Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
The King of Namiri
Here is the Don! a.k.a. Split Nose of Namiri who dethroned and killed Bob and Marley in Feb 2023. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
SkyScrapers of the Plains
As they walk around, it is as good as moving Sky Scrapers in middle of the plains! True joy to watch them. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Maribu in Light!
This Maribu Stork fishes in the backwaters of Grumeti in magical light. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
Feasting on his toy!
One of the Pride Male of Gol Kopje feasts on- Holding the carcass like a toy! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Pangani Long Clove
This one is for James. A Pangani Long Clove balances against the wind! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Guarding his territory!
The King of Gol Kopjes - Guards his ruins and territory on an evening! Canon 16-35mm - Serengeti 2023 Edition
Whats up on the tree?
The queen looks up, scans around from her Pent House! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition. 16-35mm.
Queen's Portrait
She looked right at me - And I obliged to take make a Portrait out of her! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Sleeping Time
A Cub snatches few wink even as the pride feasts on an Eland. Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
2023 Migration - Western Serengeti
Lakhs and thousands of Wildebeest move up towards Northern Serengeti as Migration kicks on for 2023! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition
Family expansion!
Namiri Pride are busy to expand their family! Good news for my next visit! Canon Gear. Serengeti 2023 Edition.
The Mighty One!
A Black Maned Lion - The Legendary Salas Boy!
Blood Thirsty King!
Out in the wild, he is the King. He relishes every drop of Blood.
Savages of Mara
A Wildebeest caught in between Savages of Mara
An Awkward Moment
When some one is so flexible to extend his neck and tongue
Alice in Wonderland
This little one is quite lost in front of a Cape Buffalo's carcus
Minimalistic - OxPeckers
All I have to do is look around - Magic is everywhere!
Queen of Talek, Bahati
The time I spent with Bahati - Priceless!
I could see myself in his eyes
I was so close, I could see myself in his eyes
My Legacy!
Topi Pride's Legacy
The Legends - Tano Bora
The Surviving two brothers of Tano Bora
Luluka with her Prize!
The Queen with her prized kill!
Curious Couple!
Just curious eyes and nothing more than that!
Faoulu - The Wonder-kid
An Adorable one, Faoulu.
Marching with an intent!
and he walked... he marched... A king with an intent (Salas)
Emotions flowing under the storm!
These two kid brothers share a moment of love while the elder one looks on!
Decider!
This was the decider! It turned the tables
Causing a commotion!
Ready-Steady and Go! Let the hunt begin!
Closer & closer!
I couldn't get any closer as I touched his trunk, err.. almost
I am smelling something!
The Salas Boy - Smells something... could be a moment of love!?
The Badass!
And he looks on, guess with lot of attitude!
Sunrise, Up in the clouds
This was almost perfect Sun-Rise
Nuzzling, just before the night patrol
Picture Perfect for me!
When the sun goes down!
How long I'd have waited for this moment?
Facing up to the Salas King
I almost touched him!
Battle of Titans
Epic - Battle of Titans
The Lion King
The Lion King - One of the Salas Boys!
The Mother
The Jaws that kills are the Jaws that holds her cubs. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition.
Cubs day-out
Younger generation of Topi's Pride - Looking at me - curiously! Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition.
When the sun is going down
Sheets of rain in the backdrop, sun melting behind the clouds while this lioness moves on. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition.
The Kill
It was quite a surreal moment to witness Tano Bora Brothers work together for a Topi Kill. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition
Tano Bora - What is left of 5
The remaining brothers of the Legendary Tano Bora. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition
Temperamental Tanks of the Plains
These badasses of the plains, following a single column, restrained. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition
A Sombre evening
If only words could do any justice to this image or what i saw. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition
Upcoming Legend of Mara
One of the Nomadic brothers who is all set to usurp Fig tree Pride. Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition.
Unexplainable
Certain images does not need any explanations. Canon Gear #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition
Looking up to him?
She looks up, perhaps, towards the skies, for an answer? Canon Gear. #r5. Mara Migration 2022 Edition
Arrow Head in her elements
Talk about relaxing? Arrow Head - RTR April 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
Those eyes killing me instantly!
She rose, she looked straight at me - All I can say is fear was all over me even as I was admiring her beauty, boldness and determination. Riddhi! RTR April 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
How dare you?
Luv puts on a solid and aggressive display! RTR April 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Parting Shot
Final Day and final moments, Arrow Head blesses me one of my favorite dream shots! RTR April 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
Spotted in a Stripe Country
My first in RTR, he put on a huge show for me! RTR March 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
Dream Frame!
I waited for this frame for numerous years! Waited for numerous opportunities. Got some - missed many! But this time, Bingo! RTR March 21 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Habitat
Luv, Walks across the bund, his future territory, with lot of prey, water and a fort to watch out for!
The Queen of Lakes, Arrow Head
Here comes the Legend, Walked through the grasses, stopped for a moment guess for a photo-shoot. RTR April 2021 Edition. Canon Gear
The Show Stopper!
To me the first in RTB. After so many years of my visits to RTB, finally, A Leopard! RTR April 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Elusive Queen
T102 Currently nursing 3 or 4 cubs comes out into the open. For me, I had to struggle but ended up in making the most of it. RTR March 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Mighty Ruins and the Caretaker
The ruins of Ranthambore and the caretaker! RTB 2021 Edition. Canon Gear
Measuring up
To or not to? Or sizing up the situation and measuring the fall? Nagarhole Tiger Reserve 24 Feb 2021 Edition. Canon Gear.
Mystic Cat
For such a small cat, fear looms in large in her eyes! Canon Gear. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve Feb 24 2021 Edition.
Watching death!
Rattled by the Wild-Dogs and the time running out, death was seen on the cub's face. Canon Gear. Kabini 24 Feb 21 Edition.
The Last Jump of Flying Leopard
The Last Jump of this cub that ended in a tragedy. Kabini 24 Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Not a step closer! I am watching you!
He watches even while his world was seen upside down! Said, be careful what you wish for! Nagarhole Tiger Reserve. Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
In-Flight
There are situations you cant predict. You can only imagine! But what if your imaginations come true? Nagarhole Tiger Reserve Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Weekend mode on!
A lazy evening, cloudy weather and he choses to do what we all do. Relax. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve. Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Late evening swim!
After crossing the bund, this young male, swam across to the shore while the setting sun created a spectacle. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve
My Dream Frame
For years, i waited for this frame. I dreamt of it many a time. And dreams come true.Nagarhole Tiger Reserve. Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Mystic Stag
This Deer Stag looks through the heavy mist, a dream frame for me! Nagarhole Tiger Reserve Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Are you following me?
Its a long road, miles to go! Would you want to join me? TT Female. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Flowers and their design
Made this frame in broad daylight. KGudi Wilderness Camp. Jan 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Traumatic
This Langur Monkey Mother, completely, distraught, holding her dead baby, not wanting to let go - Very sensitive moment. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
The Hunter - Shikra
One of my favorite raptors out in the wild. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Blue J
Finally i framed you! Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition.
Parakeet
Breakfast time - No time to waste! Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
If looks could kill
She almost killed me with her looks! Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear.
Why dont you come for Coffee?
This Sub-Adult cub of Russel Line Female, walks along, looked at me, almost inviting me for a cup of Coffee. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear.
When the sun is going down
This Russel Line Female marks her territory on an evening just when the last rays of the sun fights to disappear. Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Feb 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Under the weather
A cloudy morning, this Pelican is all but under the weather and ceiling of dark clouds! RBS Jan 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Solitary Morning!
A Pelican looks quite lost in middle of nowhere. RBS Jan 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Golden Morning
When the sun shines and glitters on Kaveri backwaters, a Pelican glides across for its share. RBS Jan 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Life in Black and White
An open bill stork framed in true colours. RBS Jan 21 Edition
Pelican
RBS Jan 21 Edition. Canon Gear
Muggers and their day life
Muggers soaking up the sun on a cloudy morning. RBS Jan 21Edition. Canon Gear
Never Underestimate the healing Power of a Quiet Moment in the garden..
She walked on, into her own garden, smelling the fragrance, feeling the power... rejoicing nature's gift. Kabini Aug 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
Play of Light and Shadow
Partially hidden in a gully, engulfed by shadows, a small beam of light brightens up the King! Kabini Aug 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Bewitching
She looks on! Right into my eyes - Admiring her beauty, I am lost in trance. Kabini Aug 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Obsessed with her.
He wouldn't want her to go out of his sight! Kabini Aug 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Monochrome Punch
A Low Key Image rendered in monochrome. Kabini Aug 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Light and Shadows
When the play of light and shadow is on Indian Battle Tank. Kabini Aug 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
And when she shines...
A monochrome image, rim-lit, Bahati in her true savage display. Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
In the land of Savages
Looking at the setting sun, she makes her next move, that is Bahati. Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
With the day's trophy
Bahati, with her trophy - A well fought day, keeping her and her cubs alive for tomorrow! Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
At the cross roads...
This Tusker, all alone, walked through a rainy afternoon, presumably wondering how difficult it was for him to be left alone, with no one in sight... feeling pushed away; Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
The Ghost ...
Lurking in deep woods, hiding in the canopy of greens, be watchful of whom you run into! Its the Phantom! Kabini 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
One Step .. too many..
Watching him coming straight towards me, he changed his path .. walked straight towards my jeep... that close! Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear.
Three Wise Man
The three wise men of Mara on the move on a beautiful morning. Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Last mile!
This herd of Wildebeest run across a gulley after saving their lives crossing the Mara, just about to run past the final hurdle of the day. Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
Storm is brewing!
This Lioness looks out intensely without a care of the storm brewing up in the clouds. Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
King and his Kingdom
Here is the king and you are lucky to see his Kingdom! Nature is so complex, everything else looks so fragile! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
Raging Bull
This massive tusker came charging towards our Jeep. Eventually this gentle giant made peace with me or vice versa! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Lions Love..
Two young cubs.. such a bonding! Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear.
Story of Life and Death
The final moment and its all about life and death. Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
Elusive Caracal!
A Vertical Cropped image of a Caracal! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
When my world is Upside down!
When the king turns my world upside down and I still manage to frame him! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
Twins? Brother and Sister?
Strikingly similar, Perhaps Twins? Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
Monochrome Special
When it comes to Zebras, I recommend to see them in Black and White. Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
In the valley of Green
With non-stop rains and greenery all around, she stood calm, pretty but curious! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
Suicidal or just an Habit?
One of the most elusive and secretive Antelopes, The Kilpsfinger, stands on the edge watching the endless plains. Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
A Lazy morning!
The King can afford to relax in midst of all chaos! Well that's what Lions do! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Trio on a Kopje!
Mother and her two sub-adult cubs on a Kopje while the skies are storming up in the background! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
Her Majesty's Portrait!
How lucky I am when I am asked to frame a portrait by the Queen of the Plains? Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
The Lion King!
One of my personal favourites... when the king jumps on a Kopje and looks on! The Lion King! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
One of those lucky days!
My dream image was to frame a Caracal with an Acacia tree! A typical Serengeti feeling! Boy! did it come true! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
When the Queen overshadows the King!
The king followed the queen but she was in no mood to be stalked! And her looks were very clear! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
The Badass! Looks on!
The King gives an intense but serious look at one of his queens. Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear.
When the migrating crowds march in
The first herd of Zebras march into Central Serengeti Plains. Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
The World in Black and White
One of my favourite images that depicts a different world in Black and White! Serengeti 2020 Edition. Canon Gear
A Charging Tusker and Threatening Skies
Rushing back to my camp, the black clouds screamed to wash me away. On my way, this tusker charged at me but managed to get the moment with the black skies and the dying light of the plains
A Shining Pearl in the dark
After lashing of rain, when it turns dark, it shines with whatever light is available! Western Ghats 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
Rain Drops
Careful to catch the shining pearls of the last drops of rain! What lies beneath? Western Ghats 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
Rush Hour.. Panic Hour.. Golden Light..
That time when the unsung heroes of the plains rush through to call it a day! Mara 2019 Edition. Canon Gear
On the move!
A Tommy moves on, against a beautiful landscape!
The ShowStoppers!
The Showstoppers!
The Legs that does not rest!
Silhouetted against the setting sun, oozing out with palette of colours, these wildebeest walks on, about to wind up for the day!
Who's taller!
This Giraffe contemplates on the theory of relative comparison, checking out who's taller ?
..Killer..Yellow!
...and the killer walks in..
Mother and cub!
Mother showers her entire love on her cub... and the cubs feels every bit of emotion!
SkyScrapers of the Plains..
A typical skyscraper of the African plains.... the morning sun almost being kissed...and do you see anything else?
Playing with light..
A moody morning and looking to make some earthy images - that's when I spotted this Indian Gaur, with a thin shaft of light falling... and it was just magic
Misty elephant
When the entire forest is filled with mist... silence rules...no movements ...and I run into this beautiful elephant..most satisfying moment for me!
Stag's pride!
What happens when all Stags come together for a cause?
..and the hunt begins..
When the wild-dogs are on a serious hunt, target locked, follow-up and right into the chase....
Into the sunlight..
This tusker walks into the sunlight.. with the morning shadows spread on the forest floor...
In Shadows...
Deep in shadows....
Ivory Looks good only on Elephants
Shining in Shadows
Catching the first rays..
Indian Gaur
Shaking off the water!
This courting couple, was at their best. When heavens opened for a brief moment, this lioness shakes her head to get rid of the water. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2019
In Mother's care!
Its all about emotions and confidence. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2019
Lost in her own world!
A Solitary Lioness, in her own world, scans her surroundings sleeping on termite mount. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2019
High on emotions!
This Momma bear couldn't stop checking on her cub ensuring it stays right next to her. Venue: Katmai, Alaska. Canon Gear. August 2018
That moment...
The Moment when these bear cubs curiously looked at me! Moment to be frozen! Venue: Katmai, Alaska. Canon Gear. August 2018.
Lioness in Leopard's shoes?
This Lioness seem to have mistaken herself for a Leopard! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2019
...and their shadows
These Two Hyenas standout prominently with their shadows popping out from the nearby waterhole. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2018.
Running to Mother's call!
These Cubs run to their mother while the sun screams right behind them. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2019
Walk in the shadows!
This Lioness walks along the Kopje with her cute furballs. Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear. February 2019
King, in his kingdom
King of the Moru Kopjes! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania -Africa. Canon Gear. February 2019
Brotherly banter!
These two grizzlies measure each other on a cold evening! Venue: Katmai National Reserve, Alaska. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Blood Brothers
These two young lions showcasing their emotional side. Venue: Mara, Kenya-Africa. April 2017.Canon Gear.
Grizzly Morning
A Grizzly in action while searching for Salmons. Venue; Katmai National Park, Alaska. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Queen of Serengeti
Queen of Serengeti. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Feb 2018. Canon Gear
Family time.. Running and Jumping
A Cheetah family rejoices their times on an early morning. March 2018. Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Evening Silhouette
A Zebra family, walks into the end of plains, to retire for the day. March 2018. Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Jumping into the light!
A Cheetah gets into its flight mode for a split second. March 2018. Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Backlit Queen of The Serengeti!
And she walked being lit, she seemed like a Golden Queen of the Savannah! Feb 2018, Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
And they shine!
These Wildebeests soak in the early morning sun! Feb 2018. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
With all the Curiosity!
This young leopard, looks at me with all the curiosity even as I fumbled and tried my best to get a good view of hers! Feb 2015. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
..and I framed you!
The Phantom stops for a split second and looked at me! And I whispered, The ghost of the jungle, you are framed! June 2018. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
What's the day's offer?
This Young Fur-ball, checks out on an early morning, wondering what is the day's offer. Venue: Mara-Kenya, Africa. April 2017. Canon Gear.
The Martial!
This Martial Eagle scooped down from nowhere and caught a small Thomson's Gazelle in few seconds! That was incredible! Venue: Mara, Kenya-Africa. April 2017. Canon Gear
Queen in her Throne..
This beautiful queen rests in her abode even as black clouds form a ceiling while the last rays of the setting sun light her up! Venue: Mara, Kenya-Africa. April 2017. Canon Gear
What are you looking at?
I ran out of my emotions while unknowingly my fingers kept firing the shutter! Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. The Wet Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear
And I framed you!
A mother with her cubs in Tow, looks back even as I framed this beautiful family! Venue: The Katmai, Alaska, Wet-Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear
Ready to fish!
This Young Bear takes its position and seem to let me know that it is ready for fishing! Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. The Wet Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Morning stroll!
This Grizzly walks on wading through the blue waters in search of Salmons! Venue: Katmai, Alaska. The Wet Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear
A Bear shake and not a Beer Shake !
This Young Grizzly shakes off water from its body as it wades through the cold water to the shore! Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. Aug 2018. Canon Gear
And She looked back!
I prayed, she looks back, I cried and I begged and in the end, that look! Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. The Wet Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Grizzly's Paradise
An Eye level shot of a Grizzly Bear in its natural habitat with backdrop of snow-clad mountains. Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. Wet Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Who's going to be the winner?
These Young Bears fight it out while their mother walked out as it was just the time for all 3 to be independent! Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
A Small but happy family!
These Young fur-balls, born and getting raised in this year, poses for a family portrait! Venue: Katmai, Alaska. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Thats the catch!
Aaah! finally I got my Salmon! This Grizzly feasts on a Salmon. Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
The Lone Ranger of Wet Tundra
This Young Male Grizzly walks, all alone, in search of fishes and mates even as Salmons were drying up down in the creek. Venue: The Katmai, Alaska. The Wet Tundra. Aug 2018. Canon Gear.
Under the cover of darkness...
This Green Morphed Malabar Pit Viper tries to move under the cover of darkness. Venue: Western Ghats, Sirsi, Karnataka. July 2018. Canon Gear.
What slithers ....
This Green Morphed Malabar Pit Viper slithers on a branch even as the sun sets far across the horizon. Flash used. Venue: Western Ghats, Sirsi, Karnataka. July 2018. Canon Gear.
Sniffing? Smelling?
Out in the dark, one need to check for movements and Vibrations! Especially in Rain! Venue: Western Ghats, Sirsi, Karnataka. July 2018. Canon Gear.
Designer Wear!
Nature's Design. Owner's pride and Neighbour's envy! Venue: Western Ghats, Sirsi, Karnataka. July 2018. Canon Gear.
Together, we face the world!
This Spotted Deer Couple, looks absolutely besotted with one another, is ready to face the world filled with challenges. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear. June 2018
Watch out!
A Green Vine Snake shows his ammunition even as light beam of sun rays pierces an passes through its face.. on a heavy cloudy morning. Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Watch out when its dark!
Malabar Pit Viper, senses something is in the air! Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
King of the Indian Jungles
An extreme close up of our own Asiatic Lion! King in all his glory! Venue: Gir, India. Canon Gear.
Saba Head-on
When the queen comes right in front of you, all I do is admire her beauty while unknowingly my fingers fire the shutter! Venue: Mara-Kenya, Africa. Canon Gear.
Beauty Personified
Eternal beauty! Beauty that can't be explained! Beauty that can't be written! It is just Saba! Venue: Mara-Kenya, Africa. Canon Gear.
Queen in her habitat!
This Queen of the trees, rests in her typical habitat! A late evening shot. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka.Canon Gear.
Stripes burning in Green!
When Stripes of Orange, Black and White emerges through the greens, this is what you get! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka.India. Canon Gear.
Those eyes of the Phantom
It is better to stare into the eyes of a Tiger than into the cold eyes of the Phantom. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
You ought to find all your might, to climb a higher height!
This young cub, shows, what she is made up of! Venue: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
The Lion King
The Lion King looks over his kingdom even as the sun sets at a distant horizon. Venue: Mara Porini Camp, Mara. Canon Gear.
Battle Tank of Africa
A close look at the African Battleship! African Tanker! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania - Africa. Canon Gear.
A gory end that was.. but that's how it ends...
A Hyena drags the carcass of a Zebra even as it is seen how the Zebra met its end. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
A new day beckons the king of the plains!
What a way to welcome the king! As the warrior and king of plains, takes his morning walk, the golden lit light, welcomes him... A brand new day beckons his majesty, as he walks with that swagger! Venue: Mara Porini Lion Camp, Kenya-Africa. Canon Gear.
A lone bull!
A Lone Bull in middle of plains, stands tall! Venue: Southern Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Drinking Party!
When the screaming sun bathed the parched plains, these painted and striped bodies, help themselves for a quick mid-day drink! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Morning Hues
Riot of Morning Hues!.. and this Cheetah walks into a new day.. a new beginning! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
Serengeti Scape!
The sun rises and entire Serengeti wakes up to the riot of colours. This Leopard is no exception! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Perfect Silhouttee
This Cheetah stands against iconic Lemagrut Mountain even as the morning sun screams for attention with riot of hues! Venue: Ndutu Plains, Southern Serengeti - Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Almost invisible
This Beautiful Queen of Serengeti Plains basks in the evening light, almost hiding in the grass. Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Slurp.. Slurp..
This Lioness feasting on a wildebeest, shows her table manners :) ; Venue: Ndutu Plains, Southern Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Son.. its not the time!
Even as the cub approaches for some fun, Big Daddy, showcases his displeasure! Venue: Ndutu Plains, Southern Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
In Mom's care!
A month old cub walks closely in her mother's shadows! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
High on Acrobatics?
Mother and Cub showcasing their acrobatics talent! Venue: Ndutu Plains, Southern Serengeti, Tanzania - Africa. Canon Gear.
Queen of Serengeti
Queen of Serengeti, bathing in early morning golden sunlight! Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
...in the end... that Final Look!
This Juvenile Serpent Eagle tucks into its live supper even as the prey, lizard, struggles and gives a final look before it was ripped apart! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
Evening Supper!
A Langur Monkey tucks into its evening supper even as the last rays of the day casts a halo on him. Venue: Bandavgarh Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear
Mugger's Paradise!
A Mugger Croc rests on, soaking up the early morning light. Looking at the surroundings, one can say it is his true paradise! Venue: RBS, Mysore. Canon Gear.
Staring into the wind!
Packman, looks lazily into the evening but with such an intense stare... Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Looking through lights and shadows!
These brothers look up through the early morning lights and shadows and hold their fort for one another! Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara, Kenya. Canon Gear
Searching for the Lost One!
his Young Cheetah was searching for his sibling all through the morning and desperately calling! So much for love, so much for togetherness and that too in the wild! A touching moment and I departed from the place hoping he would soon be together with his sibling! Venue: Southern Serengeti, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
Staring from the shadows!
This Sub-Adult Leopard Cub watches from the shadows and cover of thick trees... Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Mysore, Karnataka-India. Canon Gear.
Play time!
This is my playtime and that too with my mom! A picture can speak thousand words.. it also showcases true emotions! Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara. Kenya. Canon Gear.
Whats the story?
This Martial Eagle surveys the open plains for its morning in-take! Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara. Kenya. Canon Gear.
In my mom's arms
It was nothing but heaven to watch Fig (Mother) and her cub, in intense moment! The love, bonding and the play between them was nothing but an emotional treat. Venue: Porini Lion Camp,Mara. Kenya. Canon Gear.
Holding on to my mother!
This young leopard cub latches on to the tail of its mother, with such aplomb and pride! It was such a joy to watch this young cub in its elements. Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara, Kenya. Canon Gear.
Make way for the King!
This Hill-Pride King looks on even as he walks down the hill even as the setting sun melts within the blue clouds. Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara, Kenya. Canon Gear.
Nomad Brothers..
These Nomadic brothers in action. This is a cropped image. Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara. Kenya. Canon Gear.
Run for their money!
Always remember - The Queen has the final Say. These rouge brothers run for their money even as the Queen of the plains chases them. Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara, Kenya. Canon Gear.
Gazing through the darkness
On a moonless night, this Hill-Pride king walks through the plains to catch up with his pride. Venue: Porini Lion Camp, Mara, Kenya. Canon Gear. (I used a search light to make this image)
Ready to fly?
This Pelican gets ready to fly, to soar across the water, to fetch twigs and leaves, to build a nest for its family! Venue: Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Mysore, India. Canon Gear.
Watching the sun go down!
This Lioness bathed in golden light watches the sun goes down far across the plains as it gets ready to welcome the night, for its own surprises! Venue: Mara, Africa. Canon Gear.
A break from feeding frenzy!
This Lioness takes a break from its lunch as it scans, intensely,the plains for potential intruders and
Ngorogongor's Story
Once upon a time, in Ngorongoro Crater, there was this Lion Pride and a Cape Buffalo! One fine morning, Lion Pride was hungry and....; Venue: Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
Mom and Son, An evening stroll!
Mom and Son, An evening stroll! Edit This mother and her cute little son, set out for an evening stroll even as rain-clouds gathered. Mom ensured her son stays close to her all through. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear. Date: 15th September 2017
Princess of Backwaters, Nagarhole
This Charming, Gorgeous and most adorable Queen of Kabini Backwater, watches the Backwater scape from her dug out! This was just after a heavy onslaught of rain! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear. Date: 16th September 2017
Why is she so Sad?
Wondering what is that going on in her mind? Why is she so sad? Why is she so lost? An Asiatic Lioness seemingly lost in her own world! Venue: Gir Forest, India. Canon Gear.
In Awe or In a State of Shock?
This Langur strikes an intense pose with emotions as it looks around for its family! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear
Life in Slow Motion!
Just a try.. trying to bring down the pace of life! Wildebeest in action! Venue: Central Serengeti, Tanzania-Africa. Canon Gear.
Reflection!
This Young Cub seems quite intrigued as it looks on ... ; Venue: Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa. Canon Gear.
African Warrior
An African Warrior - Up , Close and Personal. Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia, Africa. Canon Gear.
Queen of the Savannah
This Queen of Serengeti, looks on, watching her territory, across the plains one fine morning....
This is my Home and it is Paradise!
Arrow Head walks through the Rajbagh Lake, proudly showing me a peace of heaven on earth in Ranthambore! I do believe, this is an absolute Paradise. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Young Guns of Gir!
These brothers walk in, heading into the clearing, step by step, ensuring they are together all through; Venue: Gir Forest, India. Canon Gear.
I am lost without my Mommy!
This Cub, few months old, looked absolutely lost without its mother. It took 2 days for this little one to get united with his mother and as they say, all is well that ends well! Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
Watching from the Shadows!
This Jaguar Queen watches from her dug-out, an intense look that is capable of killing millions of hearts(wild-life and cat lovers) ; Venue: Amazon River Basin, Cuaiba River, Brazil. Canon Gear.
Some one is Seriously, Serious! :)
Noor's cub seem to be grumpy, perhaps her mother didnt call her for that cuddling I suppose! Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Feeling of a Velvet?
This Velvet Ant was in its elements as it ran from one corner to another on a mossy stone. Getting this cutie in a frame was nothing but a herculean task! Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
And I appear!
A Cat Snake, sneaks through thin air, emerges from nowhere, with all curiosity! Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
Sniffing ...
A Hump Nosed Pit Viper, testing the air for some choices... Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear
Dare you come near me!
This Malbar Pit Viper gets into a serious mode as it flickers its tongue to test human presence. Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
One's Size Supersedes another's reputation
A tale of Green Vine Snake and a Spider! This Spider had all the guts to walk up and down on the curves and marches on to confront this beautiful serpent! Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear
Eyes that haunt you!
This Cheetah Cub, sprinting to catch up with its mother, who tried to catch an impala on the other side, was like a quick fire! Few strides with its speed and damn! it crossed like a rocket! Venue: Seregenti, East Africa, Tanzania.
Those Eyes... tell a story of a battle!
Noor, looks quite intensely towards Ghost (rival tigress) as she fought for her territory and won! She ensured to circle around her rival, scent marked before sitting under a shade only to absorb proceedings! Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Up, Close and Personal!
A perfect Jaguar Portrait. I couldn't have got any more near to this beautiful queen of Amazon Forest! I was very and very close to her but she was cool and relaxed as she watched me with lot of intensity. Venue: Amazon River Basin, MS-Brazil. Canon Gear.
From my hideout!
This massive male Jaguar, watches as the evening slips by into the flowing waters of River Cuaiba! Few minutes before, he missed a hunt and perhaps pondering over how he could have gone wrong! Venue: Amazon River Basin, MS-Brazil. Canon Gear.
Nothing but a bit, Anxious!
This Hippo, was curious to find out about certain intruders on his patch of river, seems to check out on me! Venue: Kakuli Bush Camp, South Luangwa River, Zambia Canon Gear.
A Gallant Fight, For her Cubs!
A Gallant, quick but yet decisive fight between T60, a.k.a The Ghost and T39, a.k.a Noor - What a moment! A day always etched in my memory Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Do I need a dentist?
Handsome Hunk, PacMan, apparently showcases his cleanliness and also makes it clear that he does not like Dentist, like me :) Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. Canon Gear.
Mother and daughter, in their hideout
Laila and her cub, cooling off, in their hideout, which was a cave right in middle of a rocky mountain. Venue: Ranthambore, India. Canon Gear.
Mom is sleeping, so its play-time!
These little angels play in their favorite water hole even as their mother, Noor, is catching up on her sleep, few blocks away. Venue: Ranthambore, India. Canon Gear.
Proud and Protective Mother of three girls
Noor, A beautiful mother with her little darlings. While her cubs are absolute darlings, she herself is adorable. Isn't she? Venue: Ranathambore, India. Canon Gear.
Watching the sun go down!
PACMAN, Young Prince of Ranthambore, bathing in hues of Orange and Yellow, watches the sun go down, on a lovely golden evening. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
That Curious Look?
This African Wild Dog, walks right from the bushes, takes guard and scans the surroundings, curiously looking at me, straight - That eye to eye contact! Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
A Loving moment
These Bee Eaters get into a beautiful, memorable and mesmerizing movement while my fingers just hammered the shutter, I was frozen in time. A moment in hundred years. Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear
And the king moves!
This Chichuli Pride Male gets into his stride after a good hour long morning siesta! Guess her a sumptuous breakfast? Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
The stare!
How could I end up my trip without a Leopard? The final safari yielded me a fantastic sighting of this beautiful queen! Her intense stare was enough to melt me completely :) Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
Ginger's Roar
In the middle of the night, our hero Ginger, remembers his brother and starts frantically calling him through continuous roars! And indeed, his brother responded and in less than 20 minutes, they were united! Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
Evening Stroll
This image of Garlic was made quite late in the evening. I wanted to capture him at any cost to the extent of bumping up the ISO to 22K! Here is the result of such an extreme setting! Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
Storming through the Darkness
Garlic! He roared and roared calling his brother all through the moonless night! He walked like a true king, storming through the pitch darkness in the extreme wilderness, with a roar that literally shook the entire plains. Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear
Warrior of the Zambian Plains
This African Wild-dog poses for a Perfect Portrait. Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
My evening brunch!
This Ground Hornbill helping itself with a lizard as the sun set at the far end of the rocky plains near by South Luangwa River. Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear
We are for one another
These 6 week old cubs were comforting one another while their mommy had gone missing for few days (infact, she was nursing her wounded leg after a rift with the pride male); Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear
A Roar from Chichuli Male!
A thundering roar from this majestic lion of Chichuli pride sent shivers down my spine. Because he walked right past my jeep so close that I could pat on his back even as he was roaring! He almost made me go deaf! Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear
Symbol of Zambia
This African Fish Eagle taking a cat fish in its solid grip as she flies into the woods. Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
Oh! But, I wouldnt miss it..
This Giant Kingfisher of Zambia, caught a kill, that was bigger than its body mass and length! But yet, it managed to gulp it in the end! Size does not matter! Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear
Golden Croc!
As the sun set, far across the south luangwa river, it not only sprayed its golden light but also presented a Golden Crocodile to me, perhaps as an impromptu gift? ; Venue: South Luangwa River, Zambia. Canon Gear.
King and his moods
With clouds and storm setting in, this King was perhaps in a sombre mood. A momentarily freeze of he shaking his head, perhaps in despair or an emotional outburst! ? Venue: Mara Intrepids, Mara. East Africa. Canon Gear.
Slithering ...beauty...
A Cat Snake, gets into a striking mode; Walking in the middle of night in Western Ghats, I ran into this beautiful snake who took an upright defensive posture even as I clicked, on and on. Western Ghats, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
I am as smooth as ...a ...
The scales, the color and the sheer intensity I see in a Cobra is next to none. Is she gorgeous? Bangalore-Tumkur Outskirts, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Englightenment!
Enlightenment - The real meaning of enlightenment is to gaze with undimmed eyes on all darkness! - Nikos Kazantzakis. Just like how this Banded Gecko, completely enlightened, in middle of a road. Its the sheer power of inner self and determination that makes it chug all along day and night! Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Do I need a make-up?
An extreme close-up shot of Arrow Head, who checks if she needs a make up? My answer? No! Sweet Heart - You are absolutely beautiful and of-course, Queen of Rajbagh! Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Emerging from the Clouds
Heart-throb of Ranthambore, Arrow Head, emerges from a cloud of trees as she gives me an audience that I can't forget for life! She walked head-on for close to a kilometer before she walked into the bushes. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Playing with Shadows
T91, A Male tiger who might be a potential ruler to the prime estate, Rajbagh in Ranthambore, walks on, even as his mate, Arrow Head, was gorging on a Sambhar Kill. A reclusive one, he broke shackles after few days of entering her territory. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
I am just a bit curious....
Arrow Head walked on a winter morning giving me an experience of a life-time. With such a grace and chutzpah, she looked around, made her way through her shrub forest and perhaps, got a bit curious. She hugged this tree only to look through her make-shift window with her curious eyes. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Slurp..Slurp...
Arrow Head, licks her or rather, cleans herself after gorging on a sambhar Deer kill!. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
Set for the fight!
A scape shot of a very unique confrontation between a Mugger Crocodile and a fresh river Otter; More interestingly, this short but epic battle being watched by Storks really gave me one of the best moments in wild-life. Venue: Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Mysore, India. Canon Gear.
Face Off and Size "Does not matter"
A Fresh River Otter confronting a sluggish mugger crocodile, it was just an out-of -the-world experience. This little one annoyed and shooed away the reptile who was still soaking the heat and its engine wasn't running yet. Venue: Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Mysore, India. Canon Gear
Dare you...
This spectacle Cobra exhibited its pure attitude and raw power to showcase who's calling the shots! This beauty was quite aggressive compared to other cobras i have come across! Venue: Bangalore-Tumkur High Way. Canon Gear.
It has been a warm day...
Sonam's female sub-adult cub quenching her thirst on a hot and humid day. After drinking, she swam across to the other side of Telia Lake, with all the grace, attitude and dignity! A visual treat for sure! Venue:Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Canon Gear
A Bear Stroll!
Expect the unexpected! I was hanging around near this water hole which is inhabited by a Tigress and her 3 cubs. This is the place I have seen them often besides a resident Leopard. On a particular evening, I waited for the cats, but a surprise package hit me! A Sloth Bear! An extremely shy and reclusive mammal. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
Bathing in golden light!
The last rays of the sun touched the forest floor. Late in the evening, when this beautiful queen walked on, evening golden light lit fire all over. In apt attention, she looked around and sniffed the air, perhaps for her evening hunt! What an evening and sighting to remember! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
Beauty Personified!
Late in the evening, she walked out on a ramp walk! The forest came to a standstill, it was as if time stood still for this queen who ignited anxiety, excitement and sheer thrill before she walked past us and straight into thick bushes. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
Me and My time!
This pachyderm seem to be lost in his own time and so rightfully be! And the jungle myna is not minding a bit as its enjoying its free supper and ride! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka, India. Canon Gear.
Lets head back home!
Lets head back home! Perfect Sun Set Point. Heading back from Double Cross, it was quite late in the evening when I made this image. My Gear: Canon 70D, 16-35mm. Venue: Mara Intrepids, Mara. Kenya, East Africa.
Some one's on the move!
Some one's on the move! Like how!? This Lioness for sure gave its known competitor a run for its money! Venue: Ndutu Plains, Tanzania. East Africa. Canon Gear.
Its a long road...
Its a long road When you're on your own And it hurts when they tear your dreams apart. On a late evening, this elephant presumably left alone, traces back his steps to his herd knowing he has miles to catch up. Venue: Mara Intrepids Camp, Mara. Kenya. East Africa. Canon Gear.
Am I not Handsome?
Romeo (Maya's sub-adult cub) looks smoking hot as he basks in the morning light and strikes a pose for me! He seems to ask if he is looking cute or not? Of-course Romeo, you are absolutely looking like Romeo! Venue: Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
All alone and in deep thoughts
This Langur Monkey seem to be in complete despair and lost in thoughts. May be because he was left all alone by his family and looks intense. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Getting ready for the night!
This Lioness is all set to embrace the night as it absorbs all the light that is left behind for the evening! Venue: Mara Intrepids Camp, Mara, Kenya-East Africa. Canon Gear.
A Moody King
A Lion in a darker mood! Dark and marooned clouds move in around our king who sits silhouetted against sinking sun gives a different perspective to life. The clouds bubbled with storm gave a splash later on. Venue: Mara Intrepids Camp, Mara. Canon Gear.
Divine fight?
These sub-adults cubs of T-19(Krishna) indulging in fierce fight that lasted exactly 9 seconds and it was over! In one of the fight sequence, I could see a goddess, with four arms, making me feel some Divinity in a fight! Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
A Giant Leap
A leap, a giant leap and that too in a jiffy! This Leopard made a move that made me almost forget to take my breath! All I could do was, watch while my fingers automatically hammered the shutter! Venue: South Serengeti, Ndutu Plains, Tanzania. East Africa. Canon Gear.
Fight until death!
These two sub-adult cubs (T-19, Krishna's cubs) engage in a serious banter as each one tries to gain control over the reigns of the prime estate of Rajbagh. Venue: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, India. Canon Gear.
I am the King! Just in-case, if you dont know!
This Majestic male surveys his territory and looks at me and my friends. He was looking at us, presumably so as to check us out? Hmm, these bunch of onlookers look juicy! Venue: Ngorogonro Crater, Tanzania. Canon Gear.
Shaking Off my sleep!
This Rokhero Pride Male is all in his spirits, as he shakes off his morning blues! Venue: Mara Intrepid Camps, Masai Mara. Kenya, East Africa. Canon Gear.
Love in the Wild!
Courting Lions! Do i need to say more? :) Venue: South Serengeti, Ndutu Plains, Tanzania, East Africa. Canon Gear.
Prince of Kabini
Who's following me? Dare you do that? This prince of Kabini, with all his swagger and attitude, looks back to check if there are any followers? But yes, there are zillions of his followers. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Record Shot of a Record Chase!
That evening! It rained and rained even as this mother cheetah stood still and focused on her hunt. More than an hour of wait, this hunt got over in approx 15 seconds. By the time the kill was made, i guess, my blood pressure was all time high in capturing the entire sequence. Packed action ... high on adrenaline .... dream come true. Felt sorry for the prey but that's the story of Predator and Prey - Wildlife... nature. Venue: South Serengeti, Ndutu Plains, Tanzania, East Africa. Canon Gear.
Hissing!!
It drizzled enough to dampen the ground, dry stones and ts surroundings and I wished for more, but then the sun pierced through the rainy clouds lighting up this beautiful viper, with myriad of colors. This beauty was shining like a scaly crystal giving the best visual treat I would ask for! Malabar Pit Viper, Venue: Drongo Camp, Sirsi, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Phantom of Green Lands
The most elusive of the cats, I was blessed to get a good audience of black panther this time. A tale of its own kind, this handsome male hidden in midst of thick vegetation, was an absolute dream come true sighting! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
The Looks!
Backwater Female of Kabini, pushes us back, as she walks straight into us, on a cloudy morning. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Flying back home!
This pair of Blue and Red macaws, flies across to their nest even as the last rays of the sun hits the forest floor. Venue: Jardin, Brazil-SA. Canon Gear.
Predator on the Prowl
This beautiful Jaguar looks on, on the backwaters of Cuaiba. Jaguars are one of the most powerful, mean and highly formidable cats! Venue: Cuaiba River, Amazon River Basin, Brazil-SA. Canon Gear.
Stay Away
This baby Hump nosed Pit Viper is at all ease as it shows signs of aggression and dare-devil attitude! Venue: Western Ghats, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Leaving behind a puff of Dust!
As the boat waded through the black waters, there was this beautiful Grey Heron on the sandbanks. It flew leaving behind a puff of dust, perhaps , for a better home or place or just into the unexplored skies? Cuaiba River, Amazon River Basin, Brazil-SA. Canon Gear.
In Distraut!
Quite late in the evening, this cub was left all alone while its mother moved on into the forest, seem to have loneliness and fright written all over. Venue: Gir Forest, India. Canon Gear.
Family Potrait
This family of Pelican was a perfect example of a true-blue united family. Love, affection and togetherness overflows here! Venue: Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Glowing Egret
This Cattle Egret perched on a tree branch, looks on. Venue: Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Walking back home!
This Tusker silhouetted against setting sun, walks back on Kabini Backwaters perhaps, to join his herd. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Searching for you
This Cheetah frantically looked for his mate, called and walked around with lot of anxiety. It stood as though, it was the end of his world in midst of ruins. Venue: South Serengeti, Nduti Plains, Tanzania-EA. Canon Gear.
Water Sport?
This Tiger Heron plays with water as it takes an evasive action even as she spits water straights into the sky. Venue: Cuaiba River, Amazon River Basin, Brazil-SA. Canon Gear.
Waiting for the sun!
A white Throated Woodpecker rest on a perch, on a cloudy morning. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear
If looks could kill?
A Changeable Hawk Eagle looks sharp as it bathes in the evening sunlight. Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
Head-on!
A Tusker in musth, walks on a cloudy and misty morning. This was one of the images for which I waited for few years and finally got a chance to frame this majestic pachyderm! Venue: Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, Karnataka. Canon Gear.
How am I looking?
Romeo (Maya's cub) shines in the morning sunlight and seem to ask how he is looking? Is he not smashing? Venue: Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Canon Gear.
Beautiful Saba!
When the evening golden light is sprayed on the plains, a beautiful Saba, walks on, sashays around and gives me one of the best sightings! Venue: Mara Intrepid Camps, Masai Mara, East Africa. Canon Gear.
Love and Care!
On a late evening, these young lions involve in their love and care ritual, showcasing love, affection and being social. Venue: Gir Forest, India. Canon Gear.