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Golden Langur / সোণালী বান্দৰKakoijana Reserve Forest plays a very important role in protecting the Golden Langur. This ...
28/02/2026

Golden Langur / সোণালী বান্দৰ

Kakoijana Reserve Forest plays a very important role in protecting the Golden Langur. This beautiful primate is found only in a small area of Assam and Bhutan, so it does not have many places to live. Because its range is limited, every safe forest becomes extremely valuable.

Golden Langurs live high in the trees and rarely come down to the ground. They depend on tall trees and connected branches to move, eat, and stay safe. Kakoijana provides thick canopy cover, fresh leaves for food, and enough space for family groups to live peacefully. If forests like Kakoijana disappear, the langurs would struggle to survive.

Even though it is not a very large forest, Kakoijana acts like a safe home for many langur groups. It is one of the strongholds that helps keep their population stable in western Assam. Simply put, without forests like Kakoijana, the future of the Golden Langur would be uncertain.

© Daud Abdullah
Canon R7 | 100–400mm

Greater Flameback The Greater Flameback is one of the most striking woodpeckers found in the forests of Assam. With its ...
27/02/2026

Greater Flameback

The Greater Flameback is one of the most striking woodpeckers found in the forests of Assam. With its golden-yellow back that shines like fire and a bright red crest (in males), it easily catches attention while climbing tree trunks. Its strong beak is specially adapted for drilling into wood in search of insects and larvae hidden beneath the bark.

Greater Flamebacks play an important ecological role in forest ecosystems. By feeding on wood-boring insects, they help control pest populations and maintain tree health. The holes they create in trees later become nesting spaces for other birds and small animals, making them important contributors to forest biodiversity.

They are commonly seen in forest edges, reserve forests, plantations, and even semi-urban green patches, showing their adaptability. However, they still depend on mature trees for nesting and feeding. Protecting forest habitats ensures that this vibrant woodpecker continues to thrive across Northeast India.

© Daud Abdullah
Canon R7 | 100–400mm

|| Common Kingfisher - সৰু মাছৰোকা ||A jewel resting in plain sight.The Common Kingfisher doesn’t always need water to c...
20/02/2026

|| Common Kingfisher - সৰু মাছৰোকা ||

A jewel resting in plain sight.

The Common Kingfisher doesn’t always need water to command attention. Even at rest, perched quietly on a branch, its electric blue mantle and burnished orange underparts glow against the natural backdrop.

Still. Alert. Composed.
In these paused moments, away from the dive and splash, the kingfisher reveals another side — not just a hunter, but a study in color, balance, and quiet intensity.
Sometimes the most powerful image isn’t the action —
it’s the calm before it.

© Daud Abdullah
Canon R7 | 100–400mm

|| Red-billed Chough ||Wind. Altitude. Silence broken only by a sharp, ringing call across the ridgelines — the Red-bill...
17/02/2026

|| Red-billed Chough ||

Wind. Altitude. Silence broken only by a sharp, ringing call across the ridgelines — the Red-billed Chough is a true bird of the mountains.

Recognizable by its glossy black plumage, long curved crimson bill, and matching red legs, this high-altitude corvid thrives where few others dare — along cliffs, alpine meadows, and windswept Himalayan slopes. Agile and acrobatic, choughs ride thermals with effortless grace, performing tight turns and playful dives against vast skies.

Unlike many crows and ravens, the Red-billed Chough favors open uplands over forests, foraging on invertebrates, seeds, and small alpine prey. Their social nature is evident in small, vocal groups, constantly communicating with clear, whistling calls that echo dramatically across valleys.

This individual was captured in the stark, breathtaking landscapes of Sikkim, in North Sikkim — where thin air, rugged terrain, and towering peaks form the perfect domain for this master of the mountain winds.

A silhouette against the Himalaya, bold yet weightless — a reminder that some species are shaped by altitude itself.

© Daud Abdullah
Canon R7 with 100–400mm

|| Mr.&Mrs.Scarlet Minivet ||A ribbon of fire moving through green silence — the Scarlet Minivet is less a bird and more...
16/02/2026

|| Mr.&Mrs.Scarlet Minivet ||

A ribbon of fire moving through green silence — the Scarlet Minivet is less a bird and more a passing flame in the forest canopy. In the mixed temperate woods of Arunachal Pradesh, its colors break the monotony of moss, bark, and filtered mountain light.
The male commands attention with incandescent scarlet underparts sharply framed by velvety black wings and crown — a striking example of sexual dimorphism in Himalayan passerines. The female, subtler yet equally elegant, replaces red with warm yellow, her grey-toned upperparts allowing her to merge seamlessly with lichen-covered branches.
Primarily insectivorous, Scarlet Minivets forage high above the forest floor, gleaning caterpillars, beetles, and other arthropods from foliage. They often move in synchronized pairs or small parties, maintaining soft contact calls as they navigate the canopy. Their flight is swift and direct — short arcs between treetops, rarely lingering in one exposed perch for long.
Photographing this species demands patience and timing; moments are brief, compositions fleeting. This frame captures not just a bird, but a flash of life in motion — a vivid contrast against the cool, layered tones of an eastern Himalayan forest.


© Daud Abdullah
Canon R7 with 100–400mm


|| The Yellow-breasted Greenfinch ||The Yellow-breasted Greenfinch (Chloris spinoides) is a vibrant finch of the Himalay...
13/02/2026

|| The Yellow-breasted Greenfinch ||

The Yellow-breasted Greenfinch (Chloris spinoides) is a vibrant finch of the Himalayan foothills, frequently encountered along forest edges, mountain villages, and open grassy slopes. In Northeast India, it finds a stronghold in the serene elevations of Arunachal Pradesh, where temperate forests and terraced landscapes create the perfect mosaic of habitat.
The male, particularly in breeding condition, shines with a luminous yellow breast and face, set against olive-green upperparts and dark wings neatly edged with yellow. The female carries softer tones, offering subtle camouflage among shrubs and young conifers. Often observed in pairs or loose flocks, they descend to feed on grass seeds and tender buds, their gentle, musical calls echoing through the hills.
Primarily a resident species, the Yellow-breasted Greenfinch undertakes short altitudinal movements rather than long migrations, shifting between elevations with the seasons. Alert and agile, they perch high to survey their surroundings before gliding down in quick, purposeful flights.
I photographed this radiant highland finch amidst the tranquil mountain landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh, where mist drapes the valleys and the forests whisper with life.

© Daud Abdullah



Canon R7 with 100–400mm


|| Pacific Golden Plover /সোণালী লৰিয়লি ||The Pacific Golden Plover (Pluvialis fulva) is a medium-sized shorebird and a...
11/02/2026

|| Pacific Golden Plover /সোণালী লৰিয়লি ||
The Pacific Golden Plover (Pluvialis fulva) is a medium-sized shorebird and a legendary long-distance migrant, traveling thousands of miles between the Arctic tundra and the tropical shores of the Indian Subcontinent. In its striking breeding plumage, it is distinguished by a "spangled" gold and black mantle, a jet-black face and breast, and a bold white stripe that curves elegantly down the neck. Often found in open fields, wetlands, and coastal grasslands, they are known for their incredible endurance and wary nature. I have photographed this beautiful wanderer at Orang National Park &Tiger Reserve
© Daud Abdullah
Canon R7 with 100-400mm

Would you love to sit here, behind the lens, exploring oneness—where time slows, the wild moves freely, and every breath...
07/02/2026

Would you love to sit here, behind the lens, exploring oneness—
where time slows, the wild moves freely, and every breath feels shared?

To sit quietly behind the lens is to dissolve into the moment. The land stretches in calm confidence, carrying stories older than memory—of wandering rhinoceroses, watchful deer, and wings tracing the air above still waters. Nothing asks for attention, yet everything commands reverence.

Here, nature does not perform; it simply exists, in balance and belonging. This frame is not just a photograph, but a pause—an invitation to feel connected, grounded, and gently reminded that we are never separate from the wild we observe.

Captured in Orang National Park & Tiger Reserve 🐅
Assam, India.

Common kestrel
02/02/2026

Common kestrel

| The River Lapwing |The River Lapwing (Vanellus duvaucelii) is a striking bird of wide rivers and sandy riverbanks, oft...
16/12/2025

| The River Lapwing |

The River Lapwing (Vanellus duvaucelii) is a striking bird of wide rivers and sandy riverbanks, often seen along exposed riverbeds and gravel bars. Its bold black, white, and rich chestnut plumage makes it easily recognizable, especially when standing against the pale sand. Usually found in pairs or small groups, this species is strongly tied to flowing freshwater habitats where it feeds on insects and other small invertebrates. In flight, the River Lapwing shows strong, steady wingbeats, often flying low over the water before settling again along the river’s edge. Quiet and alert by nature, it is a true indicator of healthy riverine ecosystems.

Orang National Park & Tiger Reserve
Darrang|Assam

Among the flowers, a gentle heartbeat of the forest’s future !The Indian hog deer or Indochinese hog deer! The hog deer ...
15/12/2025

Among the flowers, a gentle heartbeat of the forest’s future !

The Indian hog deer or Indochinese hog deer!


The hog deer (Axis porcinus) is a shy and graceful species found in grasslands, riverine forests, and wetlands of South and Southeast Asia. Named for its hog-like movement, it runs with its head held low, slipping swiftly through tall grasses and dense vegetation. Smaller than most deer, the hog deer has a compact body, short legs, and a warm brown coat that often appears golden in sunlight, with faint spots visible in young fawns.

Hog deer are most active during early mornings and evenings, feeding on grasses, leaves, and tender shoots. They are usually solitary or seen in small groups, relying on camouflage and alert senses to avoid predators. Fawns are born well-hidden among tall grasses and flowers, where their spotted coats help them blend into the forest floor—symbolizing the fragile future of the ecosystem they inhabit.

Today, hog deer face growing threats from habitat loss, hunting, and shrinking wetlands. Protecting them also means protecting the grasslands and forests that support countless other species. As a quiet guardian of these landscapes, the hog deer stands as a living reminder that the future of the forest depends on conservation and coexistence. 🌿🦌

Orang National Park & Tiger Reserve

Darrang | Assam

The Green-billed Malkoha paused briefly with its catch before moving back into cover. Moments like these pass quickly in...
14/12/2025

The Green-billed Malkoha paused briefly with its catch before moving back into cover. Moments like these pass quickly in the wild.

The Green-billed Malkoha (Phaenicophaeus tristis) is a distinctive forest bird known for its long tail, curved green bill, and bold red facial skin. Often seen moving quietly through dense foliage, it is more likely to be noticed by its movement than by sound. Feeding mainly on insects, caterpillars, small reptiles, and other invertebrates, the Green-billed Malkoha plays an important role in controlling forest pests. Though not always easy to spot, it is a fascinating bird to observe when it reveals itself.

Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve

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