Wildlife of Bhigwan — Maharashtra’s Hidden Wetland Paradise
Discover the vibrant birdlife and wild landscapes of Bhigwan — a biodiversity-rich wetland in Maharashtra, India, often called the “Bharatpur of the South.”
All images in this project are available for licensing on Adobe Stock.
🌄 About Bhigwan
Bhigwan, located along the backwaters of the Ujani Dam in Maharashtra, is one of Western India’s most rewarding wildlife destinations.
It is known not only for its vibrant wetlands but also for its vast grasslands, which together create a unique habitat mosaic supporting hundreds of bird and mammal species.
It is known not only for its vibrant wetlands but also for its vast grasslands, which together create a unique habitat mosaic supporting hundreds of bird and mammal species.
During winter, Bhigwan transforms into a haven for migratory birds — from elegant flamingos and soaring eagles to small larks, bushlarks, and waders thriving in the open plains.
📷 Morning mist drifting over the wetlands and grasslands of Bhigwan — a sight to behold.
📸 Greater Flamingos (*Phoenicopterus roseus*) — thousands of winter visitors that define Bhigwan’s wetlands each year.
🐦 Wildlife of Bhigwan
A glimpse into the diverse wildlife that inhabits the grasslands and wetlands of Bhigwan — captured during early mornings and golden evenings.
Featured species:
Rain Quail (Coturnix coromandelica) — small yet striking, blending perfectly into grassy habitats.
Indian Courser (Cursorius coromandelicus) — elegant ground bird of open terrain.
Indian Fox (Vulpes bengalensis) — seen around rocky outcrops at dawn and dusk.
Indian Gazelle or Chinkara (Gazella bennettii) — graceful antelope of the dry plains.
Indian Chameleon (Chamaeleo zeylanicus) — master of camouflage among acacia foliage.
Indian Grey Wolf (Canis lupus pallipes) — the apex predator of Bhigwan’s open grasslands.
Indian Grey Mongoose (Herpestes edwardsii) — curious observer of the scrublands.
Indian Courser (Cursorius coromandelicus) — elegant ground bird of open terrain.
Indian Fox (Vulpes bengalensis) — seen around rocky outcrops at dawn and dusk.
Indian Gazelle or Chinkara (Gazella bennettii) — graceful antelope of the dry plains.
Indian Chameleon (Chamaeleo zeylanicus) — master of camouflage among acacia foliage.
Indian Grey Wolf (Canis lupus pallipes) — the apex predator of Bhigwan’s open grasslands.
Indian Grey Mongoose (Herpestes edwardsii) — curious observer of the scrublands.
📸 Behind the Lens
All photographs in this series were captured at Bhigwan’s wetlands and surrounding grasslands.
The series was photographed using Nikon D500 paired with a Nikkor 200–500 mm f/5.6 telephoto lens, focusing on authentic moments of animal behavior rather than posed compositions.
Each frame aims to showcase Bhigwan’s balance of grassland and wetland ecosystems — a harmony that defines its wildlife diversity.
The series was photographed using Nikon D500 paired with a Nikkor 200–500 mm f/5.6 telephoto lens, focusing on authentic moments of animal behavior rather than posed compositions.
Each frame aims to showcase Bhigwan’s balance of grassland and wetland ecosystems — a harmony that defines its wildlife diversity.
🌐 Explore the Collections
📍 Birds of Bhigwan
Discover and license the complete Bhigwan bird collection — from flamingos and raptors to quails and coursers — on shop.birdsphotos.net.
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Discover and license the complete Bhigwan bird collection — from flamingos and raptors to quails and coursers — on shop.birdsphotos.net.
👉 View Birds Collection →
🦊 Mammals of Bhigwan
Bhigwan’s grasslands host a fascinating range of mammals, each available through dedicated collections on shop.photostockonline.net:
Bhigwan’s grasslands host a fascinating range of mammals, each available through dedicated collections on shop.photostockonline.net:
🦊 Striped Hyenas — elusive scavengers of the dry scrub.
🦊 Indian Foxes — graceful canids found near rocky outcrops.
🦊 Indian Grey Mongooses — alert and curious residents of the grasslands.
🦊 Indian Foxes — graceful canids found near rocky outcrops.
🦊 Indian Grey Mongooses — alert and curious residents of the grasslands.
Note: Birds are grouped by location (Bhigwan), while mammals are organized by species on shop.photostockonline.net.