Common Shelducks (Record)

[Abhishek Jamalabad]

A record image of 3 of the (possibly 6) Common Shelducks that have caused a sensation by landing in Mumbai. They have been mingling with Greater Flamingos (seen here), Lesser Flamingos, Shovellers and Common Teals. This was in the afternoon - so the light was far from ideal. Furthermore, the tide made approaches difficult.

Bhandup Pumping Station, Mumbai | Jan 2016.

Canon 760D, Canon 100-400mm L IS USM @400mm
SS 1/1600
Av 5.6
ISO 200
EC -0.2

Thanks, C&C welcome.

[Subhash Shrivastava]

Nice and lucky sighting of a rare and very beautiful visitor to our subcontinent. All three ducks are in focus and well placed among Flamingos. Thanks for sharing.

[Mrudul Godbole]

Good to see that lot of Flamingos are back in Thane creek. Remember being there this time last year :). That area has become a good birding spot. I hope the Mangrove Department make it even safer for more migratory birds. Thanks for sharing.

[Sabyasachi Patra]

2016 or 2017?

Nice image. Brought back many memories. :)

[Abhishek Jamalabad]

Sabyasachi - My bad! Jan 2017.