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Flying high with the majestic birds of UAE

From Purple Heron to Flamingoes, birds of different shades caught in action in the UAE

Last updated: November 16, 2021 | 09:23

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A beautiful Eurasian Hoopoe splaying its crown of feathers as it searches for grubs in the fresh grass in Al Majaz Park, Sharjah.

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A colourful Green Bee-eater keeping an eye open for the catch of the day in Dubai.

A purple heron taking off from the tree tops in Al Qudra Desert in Dubai

A Socotra Cormorant relaxing at Hameem beach in Abu Dhabi.

A vibrant Grey Crowned Crane with silky feathers relaxing by the water at Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve in Dubai.

A Common Sandpiper traipsing along a branch that hangs over the water in Ras Al Khaimah.

A majestic Western Marsh Harrier stopping for a refreshing drink in Al Qudra, Dubai.

A close up of a velvety Black Swan floating in Al Qudra Lake in Dubai.

A sharp-eyed Osprey perched on a rock, looking for a morning meal in Ras Al Khaimah.

A Striated Heron enjoying its catch from low river waters in Ras Al Khaimah.

A Western Reef Heron in flight over Ras Al Khaimah mangrove’s edge.

A Flamingo preening its feathers at Al Qudra Lake in Dubai.

The always-beautiful Indian Rollers enjoying a beautiful sunrise in Al Marmoom Desert.

A Gray Heron savouring morning breakfast in Ras Al Khaimah.

A cute Little Owl sitting on a rock in the middle of the desert at the Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve in Dubai.

Morning glory in the Al Qudra desert

An Osprey glides over the water looking for its next meal in Ras Al Khaimah

Flamingos are enjoying the early morning vibe in Ras Al Khaimah

A white Swan glides along in Al Qudra Lake, Dubai.

The Black-winged stilt standing in water, waiting for breakfast to swim by.

A Pin-tailed sandgrouse flying in Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve, Dubai.

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