Indian Skimmer

Indian Skimmer is one of three species of skimmers in the world. Neither I nor Anita had seen it before, and the species was the number one target when we planned the itinerary. We failed to find them along Chambal River, where they often are found roosting on the sandy flats. But on our final attempt, we found a flock of 19 birds at Soorwal Dam outside Ranthambore. Huge relief!