Indian Eagle Owl

Moody tones with an indian Eagle Owl

Indian Eagle Owl (Bubo bengalensis), also known as the Rock Eagle Owl or the Bengal Eagle Owl is a large, horned owl found across the hilly, rocky scrub-forests of the Indian Subcontinent. The cat-like long ear tufts, those big glowing eyes and the majestic size are unmistakable. Quite widely distributed across India, this species is found all over. However, the place I most love to see them in, is the amazing capital town of the erstwhile Vijayanagar empire, Hampi....

December 24, 2020 · 3 min · Santhosh Krishnamoorthy

Hampi - A drive along the canal

My previous post was on the amazing sunrise and sunset one gets to experience in Hampi. Here is a quick glimpse at a highly rewarding nature activity one can and should do, while there - taking a short drive on a narrow road that runs alongside the canal. The canal, fed by the mighty Tungabhadra river, forms a deep gorge and the rocky cliffs on either side, along with their scrub growth are home to a multitude of animals and birds....

January 30, 2016 · 3 min · Santhosh Krishnamoorthy