Stealing their colours - A rainy day in Ranganathittu

A day when the weather gods had stripped the sky of blues and replaced them with greys brings out the poet in nature photographer THARANGINI BALA. When the gods themselves had chosen monochrome, who were we mere mortals to defy it, she asks. Enjoy her poignant portrayal of the water birds of Ranganathittu, near Mysore.

Also see: Where have all the sparrows gone?

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Yahoo Lifestyle Entertainment Photo by Tharangini Bala Wed 4 Jul, 2012 1:30 PM IST

Here I stand, a young adult Painted Stork festooned with nature's frenzied hand in blazing brilliant hues that none dare steal, but can capture to share. As much as I've had my share of blacks, whites and shades of greys, my pinks and oranges are mine for the rest of my days.
Here I stand, a young adult Painted Stork festooned with nature's frenzied hand in blazing brilliant hues that none dare steal, but can capture to share. As much as I've had my share of blacks, whites and shades of greys, my pinks and oranges are mine for the rest of my days.