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This wildlife footage captures a beautiful moment from Sambhar Lake near Jaipur, Rajasthan, showcasing the coexistence of two remarkable migratory birds—the Ruff (Calidris pugnax) and Flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus and Phoeniconaias minor). Sambhar Lake, India’s largest inland saltwater lake, transforms into a vital wintering ground for thousands of migratory birds arriving from Central Asia, Europe, and Siberia. In the footage, Ruffs (Calidris pugnax) can be seen foraging along the shallow saline edges, probing the wet substrate for insects and small invertebrates, while flamingos feed nearby by filtering algae, plankton, and brine shrimp from the water. The contrast between the smaller, alert shorebirds and the tall, elegant flamingos creates a dynamic wetland scene that highlights the
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