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    Swarovski NL Pure 8x32 vs CL Companion 8x30

    These days, I use the CL Companion 8X30s more frequently than any other. It is small, handy, and offers a fine, sharp, and contrasty view. The NL Pure 8x32s are bigger, have far better ergonomics, and are indeed excellent. While birding with the CLs, I don't think I miss much. Arijit
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    Lee Thickett (Troubador) - R.I.P.

    This is such a sad thing to hear. His musings over optics is what kept bringing me back to the forums. devastating news. My prayers are with his family and friends. May the Almighty give them the time and space to come to terms with this loss. This community, I am sure, will miss him immensely...
  3. Booted Eagle

    Booted Eagle

    A dark morph Booted Eagle with its Spiny-tailed Lizard prey. These small Eagles have a trademark 'headlamps' - white patches on the shoulder.
    • ariban
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    • booted eagle india tal chappar wildlife sanctuary churu rajasthan
    • Comments: 4
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  4. Indian Spotted Eagle

    Indian Spotted Eagle

    A very good looking and I must say patient bird gave enough opportunities to take pictures.
    • ariban
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    • india indian spotted eagle tal chappar wildlife sanctuary churu rajasthan
    • Comments: 3
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  5. Short-toed Snake Eagle

    Short-toed Snake Eagle

    Till now I have always seen them either perched atop tall trees or soaring in the sky. Seeing this one enjoying the morning sun on the ground was indeed a terrific sight.
    • ariban
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    • india rajasthan sambhar lake short-toed eagle circaetus gallicus
    • Comments: 3
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
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    Pentax Ad 7x32 ED Binocular

    I tried this one today. Not bad, CA certainly not a problem. Could it have been brighter and sharper? Will come back in a couple of days.
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    Pentax Ad 7x32 ED Binocular

    If I had to, I would look at the SD 7x42. If it is anything like their ZDEDs, it should be good, no nonsense pair.
  8. Brown Crake

    Brown Crake

    A usually shy Rail that is visible only during pre-monsoon/ monsoon in eastern Rajasthan
    • ariban
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    • india rails and crakes rajasthan
    • Comments: 4
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  9. Coppersmith Barbet

    Coppersmith Barbet

    The barbets are noisy. Spring is mating time too.
    • ariban
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    • barbet coppersmith india jaipur rajasthan
    • Comments: 2
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  10. Oriental Pied Hornbill

    Oriental Pied Hornbill

    The Hornbills had paired up. Quite active all through the day
    • ariban
    • Media item
    • #wii dehradun india oriental pied hornbill uttarakhand
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  11. Indian Grey Hornbill

    Indian Grey Hornbill

    It was fun to watch the Hornbills gorge on Putranjiva roxburgii fruits.
    • ariban
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    • #wii dehradun grey hornbill india
    • Comments: 1
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
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    New 7X Bins

    I use a ZD ED. Its build quality is as good as it gets. The field is clean, sharp and very well corrected for aberrations. A fine birding tool - not seen such quality in anay of the plastic Nikons yet
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    New 7X Bins

    The spec sheet for the SD series 7x is even more interesting! ED glass, Nitrogen purged, 131mt @1000mt field, exit pupil 6.1, eye-relief 18mm, relative brightness 37.2, MFD 3 mts.
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    New 7X Bins

    I use a ZD ED. Its build quality is as good as it gets. The field is clean, sharp and very well corrected for aberrations. A fine birding tool - not seen such quality in anay of the plastic Nikons yet.
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    New 7X Bins

    New binoculars announced by Ricoh-Pentax. https://news.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/rim_info2/2023/20230413_038342.html?_ga=2.30020730.433569758.1682658660-1713785181.1682658660...
  16. Eurasian Scops Owl

    Eurasian Scops Owl

    Thought it was a Pallid Scops Owl. However, was suggested that the rufous on the facial disk and black tips to the scapulars indicate them as Eurasian Scops Owl. Small, slender, dark grey.
    • ariban
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    • common scops owl eurasian scops owl india jaipur rajasthan
    • Comments: 2
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  17. Indian Scops Owl

    Indian Scops Owl

    Just as the sun dipped behind the hills, the water pot saw the Scops Owls come for a sip. It was very, very hot.
    • ariban
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    • india indian scops owl rajasthan sawaimadhopur
    • Comments: 4
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
  18. Oriental Scops Owl - Rufous Morph

    Oriental Scops Owl - Rufous Morph

    The last time this was reported from jaipur, I was out of town and missed seeing it. So when a colleague called to tell me that the orange Owl was back, rush I did. What a lovely colour it has!
    • ariban
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    • india jaipur nikon d500 nikkor 300mm f4 pf + nikkor 1.4xtciii oriental scops owl rajasthan
    • Comments: 4
    • Category: Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
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    Eurasian Scops Owl or Pallid Scops Owl?

    We have the Rufous Morph here as of now. This one is a smaller more slender owl with yellow eyes. The scapular feathers seem to have black tips and slight rufous edges. Am indeed confused. The Eurasian is supposed to be an ‘autumn migrant’.
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    Eurasian Scops Owl or Pallid Scops Owl?

    Saw this Owl pair this morning (3rd February 2023) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Small, slender and darkish plumage. Distinct ear tufts when alert and yellow eyes. Requesting ID help and pointers please. Arijit
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    Zeiss SFL 8x30?

    Those with small hands will enjoy the 30mm SFLs thoroughly. They are good bins for birding. Someone mentioned the HT. The 8x54 HT is bright allright. I was watching a Koel yesterday. In good light, the red eyes were bright enough to hurt. The HT 54mm with it's large objectives and transmission...
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    Zeiss SFL 8x30?

    I did share my observations on the other thread on the SFL 10x30
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    Zeiss SFL 8x30?

    This is what three binoculars felt in my hands. The SFL 10x30 is small. Two fingers around the barrel with my medium sized hands. Index finger came straight on the focuser. Pinky gets to dangle. The Swarovski CL 8x30B a good solid three finger grip. Focuser easy on the index finger. SF 8x32 -...
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    SFL 10X30

    Yes
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    SFL 10X30

    I totally agree here. Bland comparisons lead to bland findings. In Birdforum a majority of members are nature observers. In that genre, these small SFLs will perform very well. I was totally happy with seeing Coromandel Marsh Dart Damselflies mating above the pond and bees busying about winter...
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