The merlin is a small species of falcon from the Northern Hemisphere, with numerous subspecies throughout North America and Eurasia.

living in his own fairyland

A closeup portrait of a LITTLE EGRET

In frame these are the eggs of Wrinkled frog shot in amboli Maharashtra

Malabar Gliding frog in the monsoons , shot in amboli Maharashtra

Indian a monitor lizard found widely distributed over the Indian subcontinent as well as parts of Southeast Asia and West Asia

Indian Bullfrog with fully distended vocal sacs

A Red Billed Leiothrix spotted in Saatal Uttarakhand

Storyline- The regal and royal leopards of Jhalana are known for their undaunted moves, and so are the females supporting and posing equally competent in their territories. This Leopardess-Tim-Tim is not just stunningly bold in her looks but also as fearless and courageous, which one can easily make out with the stance she held while crossing the road. Though it was a humid, overcast evening in highlands located outskirts of Jaipur, India, with the sandy ground under the forest canopy, the golden light filtering out of trees were so perfect for a Portrait and so was her gaze. And for the young leopardess, the fascination of her camouflaged photographer friend with the white lens in his hands facing on her was irresistible. The result is a strikingly original portrait of one of the most photographed species.