Birds of Sri Lanka

As the second most populous district in Sri Lanka, Gampaha is not typically regarded as a hotspot for birdwatching. Remarkably, some specialist species continue to survive—and even thrive—in these altered landscapes. Nestled amidst waterways, paddy fields, and an abundance of fruit-bearing trees, the place I worked closer to Gampaha city turned out to be a surprising little oasis for birds. This article is a collection of photographs captured during my off-hours.