A Pair of Common Snipes in Flight
We were visiting a nearby lake just 15 mins away to see some migratory ducks which were in plenty in the lake. And as we were exploring found other species as well including the beautiful greater painted snipe. But what took our breath away was the presence of around 10 common snipes. They circled us from far and in the first round mistook them for sandpipers since it is very uncommon to see such number of snipes. Luckily they made another round when I could confirm the ID. These prefer the shallow lake banks where they could be seen foraging in the mud looking for insects.
Thank you so much in advance for your views, feedback and faves.
A Pair of Common Snipes in Flight
We were visiting a nearby lake just 15 mins away to see some migratory ducks which were in plenty in the lake. And as we were exploring found other species as well including the beautiful greater painted snipe. But what took our breath away was the presence of around 10 common snipes. They circled us from far and in the first round mistook them for sandpipers since it is very uncommon to see such number of snipes. Luckily they made another round when I could confirm the ID. These prefer the shallow lake banks where they could be seen foraging in the mud looking for insects.
Thank you so much in advance for your views, feedback and faves.