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I am Deepak Singla (FB - Deepak Singla)


Software Sales Leader by Profession and Wildlife Photographer / Vlogger by Passion

This page is all about Jungle & Wildlife Photograhs, Vlogs and Stories

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✨ A flash of blue in the wilderness.Perched on an old forest stump, this stunning Indian Roller looks like a piece of th...
16/03/2026

✨ A flash of blue in the wilderness.

Perched on an old forest stump, this stunning Indian Roller looks like a piece of the sky that decided to land in the jungle. The turquoise crown, electric blue wings and warm earthy chest make it one of the most striking birds you can encounter in the wild.

📍 Captured in the beautiful forests of Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttarakhand.

Despite its vibrant appearance, the Indian Roller is surprisingly patient. It often sits still like this on a perch, scanning the ground below before swooping down with precision to catch insects, lizards, or small prey.

Moments like these are why the jungle never stops surprising you — one quiet stump, one burst of color, and suddenly the forest feels alive.

Have you ever spotted an Indian Roller in the wild?

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Shot with D850 and 200-500MM

A tiny bird with a mask that looks like it was painted by nature itself. 👁️💛The Indian White-eye is one of the most ener...
14/03/2026

A tiny bird with a mask that looks like it was painted by nature itself. 👁️💛

The Indian White-eye is one of the most energetic little birds you’ll find in the forests of the Himalayas. Constantly moving through branches, these social birds travel in small flocks, feeding on insects, nectar, and fruits while filling the forest with their soft, cheerful calls.

What makes them instantly recognizable is that striking white ring around the eye — like a pair of natural spectacles that gave the species its name.

Captured in the soft winter light at Sattal, this little beauty paused just long enough to inspect the dry leaves… and give me this moment.

Nature’s smallest subjects often carry the biggest charm.

📍 Sattal, Uttarakhand
📷 Nikon D850 and 200-500MM

If you enjoy discovering birds and wildlife from the forests of India, follow for more moments from the wild. 🌿🦉



Wings spread. Eyes locked. Silence broken only by the ripple of water. 🦅The majestic Changeable Hawk-Eagle lands briefly...
13/03/2026

Wings spread. Eyes locked. Silence broken only by the ripple of water. 🦅

The majestic Changeable Hawk-Eagle lands briefly at the forest stream, a moment where power meets grace. Known for its piercing yellow eyes and formidable hunting skills, this raptor rules the canopy but occasionally descends to the forest floor — offering rare glimpses like this one.

Capturing such moments is a reminder of how wild and unpredictable nature truly is. One second of stillness, and then… the forest takes flight again.

📍 In the wild (Dudhwa National Park)
📸 Patience rewarded



“You hear the forest before you see it…” 🔨🌲Deep in the quiet Himalayan woods, a sudden drumming on the bark breaks the s...
12/03/2026

“You hear the forest before you see it…” 🔨🌲

Deep in the quiet Himalayan woods, a sudden drumming on the bark breaks the silence. Follow the sound… and you might discover this stunning Himalayan Woodpecker at work.

With its fiery red crown, patterned wings, and powerful chisel-like beak, this bird is one of the forest’s greatest engineers. Each tap on the tree is not random — it’s a precise search for insects hidden beneath the bark.

And when the light hits just right, even a simple pause becomes a portrait of the wild.

Moments like this are why patience in nature always rewards you.
You wait… the forest performs.

📍Himalayan forests (Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand)
📸 Captured in the wild

Did you know? Woodpeckers can peck up to 20 times per second without damaging their brain.

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Shot with D850 and 200-500MM Lens

🔎 A Master of Camouflage in the WoodsPerched quietly on a weathered tree stump, the elusive Bar-tailed Treecreeper blend...
11/03/2026

🔎 A Master of Camouflage in the Woods

Perched quietly on a weathered tree stump, the elusive Bar-tailed Treecreeper blends almost perfectly with the bark around it. With its slender curved bill and mottled brown plumage, this tiny forest specialist is built for one job—creeping up tree trunks in search of hidden insects.

Unlike many birds that hop along branches, the Bar-tailed Treecreeper spirals upward along bark, probing every crevice for its next meal. Spotting one in the wild is always special because their camouflage and subtle movement make them incredibly easy to miss.

📍 Captured in the quiet woods where patience always rewards the observer.

🌿 Did you know?
Bar-tailed Treecreepers use their stiff tail feathers as support, almost like a tripod, while climbing tree trunks vertically.

📸 If you enjoy discovering lesser-known forest birds, you’re in the right place.
Follow for more moments from the wild.

💬 Tell me in the comments:
Have you ever spotted a Treecreeper in the wild?

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Shot using D850 and 200-500MM

🔥 A flash of fire in the forest!Spotted this stunning Long-tailed Minivet glowing like a tiny flame against the calm gre...
10/03/2026

🔥 A flash of fire in the forest!

Spotted this stunning Long-tailed Minivet glowing like a tiny flame against the calm greens of the jungle. The contrast of that fiery orange-red body with the jet-black head almost makes it look unreal — like nature decided to paint a bird with the brightest colors on its palette.

These birds are often moving quickly through the canopy, so catching one perched like this felt like a special moment in the wild.

Moments like these remind me why I love wandering through forests with a camera — you never know when nature will surprise you with something extraordinary.

📍 Shot in the wild (near Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Lansdowne)
📷 Patience + timing = magic

👇 Tell me in the comments:
Have you ever spotted a Minivet in the wild?

❤️ If you enjoy wildlife and bird photography, hit follow and join me on more journeys into the wild.



Shot using D850 and Nikon 200-500MM Lens

I want to lock eyes, do you? 😊Golden hour in the forest… and suddenly, a pair of piercing yellow eyes locks onto the len...
08/03/2026

I want to lock eyes, do you? 😊

Golden hour in the forest… and suddenly, a pair of piercing yellow eyes locks onto the lens. 🌿🦉

The Jungle Owlet may be small, but its presence in the woods is impossible to ignore. Calmly perched on a branch, it scans the forest with laser focus—alert, curious, and completely aware of everything around it.

For wildlife photographers, encounters like this are pure magic. These tiny owls often give you just a few precious moments—long enough to admire their beauty and, if you’re lucky, capture a frame that tells the story of the wild. Moments like these are exactly why the woods keep calling us back.

Have you ever spotted a Jungle Owlet in the wild? Let me know in the comments! 👇

And if you enjoy moments from the wild like this, follow for more birding and wildlife encounters from the forests. 🌿📷

A flash of olive, gold and scarlet in the forest canopy… the Lesser Yellownape Woodpecker paused just long enough for a ...
02/03/2026

A flash of olive, gold and scarlet in the forest canopy… the Lesser Yellownape Woodpecker paused just long enough for a frame before melting back into the wild. 🔍🌳
These secretive forest drummers are masters of camouflage, blending perfectly with tree bark while chiseling away in rhythmic bursts. Spotting one during a jungle walk feels like unlocking a hidden level of the forest — quiet, rare and incredibly rewarding for any birdwatcher or wildlife lover.

Captured during my time deep “In The Woods,” this moment reminds me why patience is the greatest tool in wildlife photography. Every call, every tap on a trunk, could lead to magic like this.

If you love bird photography, Indian forest birds and raw wildlife encounters, this tiny carpenter of the canopy deserves your attention.

Elegance in stillness.A white sentinel of the wetlands, pausing between steps as the world melts into blue.In that quiet...
25/02/2026

Elegance in stillness.
A white sentinel of the wetlands, pausing between steps as the world melts into blue.
In that quiet reflection lies the true rhythm of the wild — patient, watchful, alive.

Moments like these remind me that the forest doesn’t always roar… sometimes, it simply whispers.



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