Paro, Bhutan
One of two main cities of Bhutan and the hub from which to visit its most iconic destination, Tiger's Nest.
Yellow-billed blue, or gold-billed Magpie (Adult)
These magpies were a constant presence at all the resorts we stayed in. This one was shot during our trek back from Tiger's nest.
Magpie,These magpies were a constant presence at all the resorts we stayed in. This one was shot during our trek back from Tiger's nest.
Grey-backed Shrike
Shrike,
Kalij Pheasant (lathami ♂)
On our way back from the Tiger's Nest, our guide spotted a whole family of these pheasants in the undergrowth. Was fortunate to get at least one picture.
Pheasant,On our way back from the Tiger's Nest, our guide spotted a whole family of these pheasants in the undergrowth. Was fortunate to get at least one picture.
White-browed Fulvetta
This fulvetta seemed to be collecting material for its nest and was so engrossed in that activity that it didn't mind all the shuffling I had to do to get a shot of this bird.
Fulvetta,This fulvetta seemed to be collecting material for its nest and was so engrossed in that activity that it didn't mind all the shuffling I had to do to get a shot of this bird.
Common Kestrel
Spotted this Kestrel on top of a pine tree during our trip from Paro to Punakha
Kestrel,Spotted this Kestrel on top of a pine tree during our trip from Paro to Punakha
Grey-winged Blackbird (♂)
Spotted this on our journey back from Chelala pass near Paro.
Blackbird,Spotted this on our journey back from Chelala pass near Paro.
Black-throated Bushtit (manipurensis)
This Black-throated Bushtit was settling down to devour a juicy caterpillar. In this subspecies (manipurensis) there's a lot more rufous in the underparts.
Bushtit,This Black-throated Bushtit was settling down to devour a juicy caterpillar. In this subspecies (manipurensis) there's a lot more rufous in the underparts.
