Kuttanad, the rice granary of Kerala, spread over the districts of Alappuzha and Kottayam offer visitors with memorable sights and experiences. The destination is without doubt a photographer's delight. The water bodies of Kuttanad in the form of canals and backwaters and the vast expanses of paddy fields are a haven for birds, especially for the wetland species.

The here is a snap taken from Kuttanad that establishes the special affinity of birds with a craving for wetlands. Flocks of herons make merry in these surroundings. And the picture of the month depicts one such moment from their life in Kuttanad.