A Little Egret’s moment of reflection

Little Egret
Little Egret reflecting
Little Egret reflecting

Every Eureka! moment is preceded by a moment of reflection. This Little Egret (Egretta garzetta) spotted in early December at Kabini has two strands of feathers flowing near its belly. It was hardly noticeable until two weeks later at Madras Crocodile Bank I saw flocks of Little Egrets in orchestrated cacophony. With the prominent plumes at the nape and decked in breeding plumage, they got me reflecting upon the encounter two weeks earlier. Looking back at this picture I could see the breeding bells had started ringing in the second week of December as the picture proclaims, yet it was the reflection that evinced the two tiny strands that turned into gowns and tuxedos few weeks later.

Anand Yegnaswami

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    Anand Yegnaswami (Andy) finds nature his ultimate muse—a boundless excuse to exercise his senses and engage his mind. The sounds of rustling leaves, the glimmer of sunlight on water, the rough texture of bark, the musky aroma of an elephant herd, and even the tang of salt in the air flip a secret switch within him. These sensory encounters spark a journey of inquiry that goes beyond mere perception, connecting him to a deeper, often hidden, world of ideas. For Andy, no observation in nature is too small or banal. A single ripple on a pond can inspire him to connect, reflect, and ultimately act. It’s this unique ability to draw lessons from ecological adaptation and natural harmony that defines both his creative writing and his professional life. As an emerging technology advisor, Andy bridges the gap between innovation and simplicity. His natural insights guide him in designing solutions that are not just efficient but intuitive—technology that mirrors the seamlessness of natural ecosystems. Through his travel writing, Andy invites readers into his world of wonder, offering a fresh perspective on how nature's rhythms can inspire creativity, balance, and clarity. His work captures not only the beauty of the world but also the boundless possibilities it holds for creativity.

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