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Wildlife Enthusiast | Capturing Nature’s Untamed Wonders | 📸 Nikon Z8 & D7500 |🌟 Featured on NatGeo, BBC Wildlife, & AP Magazine | IG: lensonwildlife
📍New Delhi, India

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Akshay Khanna Wildlife Photography @akshaykhanna.com · Aug 27
From a lockdown pastime to a published piece! I'm thrilled to share that my review of the Nikon D7500 camera & the shot of a Blackbuck were featured in Amateur Photographer Magazine, UK earlier this month.

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Indian Pitta – 2025 Edition
Shot today. Framed forever.
A bucket-list moment frozen mid-air.

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An Indian Pitta flying in mid-air in Bhondsi. The bird has bright blue wings, a green back, orange underparts, and a black stripe across its eye. Its wings are open, showing a white patch and a hint of red near the tail. The background is soft green and blurred.
June 15, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Indian Pitta – 2025 Edition
Shot today. Framed forever.
A bucket-list moment frozen mid-air.

#lensonwildlife #ThePhotoHour 📷🪶🌿
An Indian Pitta flying in mid-air in Bhondsi. The bird has bright blue wings, a green back, orange underparts, and a black stripe across its eye. Its wings are open, showing a white patch and a hint of red near the tail. The background is soft green and blurred.
June 15, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Raw power, soft sand.

A Tawny Eagle lifts off from the golden dunes of Bikaner.

#lensonwildlife #ThePhotoHour #raptors #TalonTuesday 📷🌿🪶
A Tawny Eagle captured mid-lift-off from the golden sand dunes of Bikaner, wings fully extended and dust trailing behind its powerful talons against a clear blue sky.
June 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Raw power, soft sand.

A Tawny Eagle lifts off from the golden dunes of Bikaner.

#lensonwildlife #ThePhotoHour #raptors #TalonTuesday 📷🌿🪶
A Tawny Eagle captured mid-lift-off from the golden sand dunes of Bikaner, wings fully extended and dust trailing behind its powerful talons against a clear blue sky.
June 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Owl? Yes. Short-eared? Even better!

The Short-eared Owl - A fleeting visitor across winter grasslands of India — silent, sharp, and seldom seen.

📍Dhanauri Wetlands, Uttar Pradesh.

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A Short-eared Owl perched on a bare branch against a softly blurred background of green and yellow fields. The owl’s sharp yellow eyes are fixed on the camera, while its mottled brown plumage blends beautifully with the natural tones around it. The scene evokes a quiet moment in the wild.
June 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Owl? Yes. Short-eared? Even better!

The Short-eared Owl - A fleeting visitor across winter grasslands of India — silent, sharp, and seldom seen.

📍Dhanauri Wetlands, Uttar Pradesh.

#lensonwildlife #ThePhotoHour #raptors 📷🪶🌿
A Short-eared Owl perched on a bare branch against a softly blurred background of green and yellow fields. The owl’s sharp yellow eyes are fixed on the camera, while its mottled brown plumage blends beautifully with the natural tones around it. The scene evokes a quiet moment in the wild.
June 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Focused, fierce, and forging his path — Riddhi’s male cub steps into the wild with presence and poise. Ranthambore’s next ruler is already walking like one.

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Close-up of a male tiger cub, offspring of Tigress Riddhi, walking forward through a forest clearing in Ranthambore, India. With intense amber eyes, muddy forepaws, and rich orange-black stripes, the tiger is captured mid-stride in a powerful and intimate portrait.
June 1, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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Focused, fierce, and forging his path — Riddhi’s male cub steps into the wild with presence and poise. Ranthambore’s next ruler is already walking like one.

#lensonwildlife #ThePhotoHour #tiger #mammals 📷🌿
Close-up of a male tiger cub, offspring of Tigress Riddhi, walking forward through a forest clearing in Ranthambore, India. With intense amber eyes, muddy forepaws, and rich orange-black stripes, the tiger is captured mid-stride in a powerful and intimate portrait.
June 1, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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“Throttle Engaged”

Steppe Eagle.

📍Bikaner, Rajasthan

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A Steppe Eagle caught in a dynamic moment just as it begins to take off from dry, open ground. Its wings are partially spread, talons lifted mid-stride, and eyes intensely focused forward, capturing the raw power and precision of this majestic raptor.
May 30, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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“When you get caught on a secret date.”

A pair of Indian Desert Foxes 🦊 🦊

📍 Bikaner, Rajasthan.

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Two Indian Desert Foxes sit close together in dry, golden grassland. One fox looks directly at the camera with an alert, surprised expression, while the other is slightly turned, also gazing curiously toward the lens. A small shrub rises in the background, blending with the arid landscape.
May 31, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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“When you get caught on a secret date.”

A pair of Indian Desert Foxes 🦊 🦊

📍 Bikaner, Rajasthan.

#lensonwildlife #thephotohour #mammals #fox 🌿📷
Two Indian Desert Foxes sit close together in dry, golden grassland. One fox looks directly at the camera with an alert, surprised expression, while the other is slightly turned, also gazing curiously toward the lens. A small shrub rises in the background, blending with the arid landscape.
May 31, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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“Throttle Engaged”

Steppe Eagle.

📍Bikaner, Rajasthan

#lensonwildlife #nature #photography #ThePhotoHour #raptors 📷🌿🪶
A Steppe Eagle caught in a dynamic moment just as it begins to take off from dry, open ground. Its wings are partially spread, talons lifted mid-stride, and eyes intensely focused forward, capturing the raw power and precision of this majestic raptor.
May 30, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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This isn’t just flight—it’s a victory lap.

Insect in beak, mission complete.

Eurasian Hoopoe.

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A Eurasian Hoopoe in mid-flight with its wings fully spread, carrying a freshly caught insect in its long, slightly curved beak. The bird’s distinctive black-and-white wing pattern and fanned crest are visible, and the insect is clearly seen held tightly as the Hoopoe flies through a natural background.
May 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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This isn’t just flight—it’s a victory lap.

Insect in beak, mission complete.

Eurasian Hoopoe.

#lensonwildlife #ThePhotoHour #birdsinflight #nikon #nature 🪶📷
A Eurasian Hoopoe in mid-flight with its wings fully spread, carrying a freshly caught insect in its long, slightly curved beak. The bird’s distinctive black-and-white wing pattern and fanned crest are visible, and the insect is clearly seen held tightly as the Hoopoe flies through a natural background.
May 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Pedwaali — one of Dhikala’s most frequently sighted tigresses — emerges from the dense foliage during a late morning patrol. Known for her bold walks and strong presence along Sambar Road, she remains one of the most sought-after tigers of Corbett.

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A tigress known as Pedwaali walks confidently along a forest trail in the Dhikala zone of Corbett, partially emerging from dense green foliage. Her powerful frame and alert gaze reflect her strong presence along the Sambar Road stretch.
May 28, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Striking visual impact @akshaykhanna.com brilliant work! 😍👏
akshaykhanna.com Akshay Khanna Wildlife Photography @akshaykhanna.com · Dec 27
The King's feast - White-throated Kingfisher savouring its catch in the warm hues of Bharatpur. 📷🪶

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A White-throated Kingfisher perched on a weathered tree stump in Bharatpur, with vibrant turquoise wings and a striking red beak. The bird is captured mid-action, swallowing its prey, showcasing its sharp hunting skills against a soft, blurred background.
January 30, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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This is absolutely gorgeous! The colours of the Purple Swamphen are so striking. @akshaykhanna.com the message is inspiring. 👏
akshaykhanna.com Akshay Khanna Wildlife Photography @akshaykhanna.com · Dec 31
Striding into the New Year with vibrant energy and grace! Wishing you a colorful and joyful 2025, inspired by the beauty of nature. Happy New Year!
 
Purple Swamphen.

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A Purple Swamphen with iridescent purplish-blue plumage and a bright red beak, captured mid-stride with its wings fully extended, splashing through a wetland filled with scattered vegetation.
January 13, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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Congratulations! All swallows are so difficult to photograph in flight! Well done!
January 9, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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Each twist of its flight tested patience, but this brief moment with the Red-rumped Swallow was worth it. 📷🌿🪶

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An in-flight close-up of a Red-rumped Swallow against a clear blue sky, showcasing its streamlined body, streaked throat, and outstretched wings in sharp detail.
January 8, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Wings wide, talons tight—the Laggar Falcon ascends with a spiny-tailed lizard in its clutches.
#TalonTuesday 📷🌿🪶

📍Bikaner, Rajasthan

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A Laggar Falcon in flight carrying a spiny-tailed lizard as its kill. The falcon’s sharp gaze and powerful wings are captured mid-motion against a soft blue background
January 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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A regal Steppe Eagle takes flight, its piercing gaze and outstretched wings a testament to the beauty of Tal Chhapar’s avian diversity.
📷🌿🪶

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Steppe Eagle captured mid-flight in Tal Chhapar, showcasing its powerful wingspan and intense focus, set against the backdrop of golden grasslands.
January 5, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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Three's a crowd? Says Hoo? 😁
akshaykhanna.com Akshay Khanna Wildlife Photography @akshaykhanna.com · Jan 4
Three’s a crowd, but not when you’re this adorable.

Spotted Owlets
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Three spotted owlets perched on branches amid lush green foliage, all facing the camera with their striking yellow eyes. Two owlets sit closely together on the upper branch, while the third sits alone on a lower branch, creating a natural and symmetrical composition
January 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Wow! Amazing 😍

#birds
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This is my favorite photo ever and i have a video of them arranging themselves for me! They were admiring my Westie at a distance
January 4, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Three’s a crowd, but not when you’re this adorable.

Spotted Owlets
📷🌿🪶

#lensonwildlife #nature #photography #ThePhotoHour #raptors #owls
Three spotted owlets perched on branches amid lush green foliage, all facing the camera with their striking yellow eyes. Two owlets sit closely together on the upper branch, while the third sits alone on a lower branch, creating a natural and symmetrical composition
January 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM