American bitterns escape notice by blending in with their surroundings in wetlands. Their plumage and coloring, from head to toe, are designed to hide the bird in the marsh vegetation. The bitterns stand with their beak pointed up and sway with the surrounding reeds to enhance the camouflage. Even their eyes are designed to function in this pose.
A flock of Indian spot-billed pelicans gather on a dead bamboo trunk to cool off in the midday heat. Pelicans use their large pouch as radiators to remove body heat.
Four corners: Cattle and Little Egrets
It is interesting to observe behavior of birds, such as these egrets, when they gather in small groups. The greens of the wild creeper provide a complementary backdrop for their contrasting poses.
A flock of median egrets preen and socialize on the Kaveri river as they prepare to settle in for the evening. Preening is an important exercise for all birds to remove parasites and dirt. I liked the light and reflections, and the contrasting poses of each egret.
