Dheeraj C L

Drawing Bengaluru, Blr Hubba 2026

About the Artist

I’m Dheeraj, a behavioural ecologist at the Centre for Ecological Sciences, IISc Bengaluru. Currently, I am doing my PhD on anti-predator and risk-taking behaviours in Indian Rock Lizards. Along with studying natural history, I enjoy illustrating them, mostly using watercolours as my medium.

Red-whiskered bulbul

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About the Artwork

  • Medium: Watercolour on Paper
  • Artwork Size: 8.27 x 11.69 inches

This is definitely the most recognisable bird of Bengaluru, after the house crow, of course. This cute little bird is very commonly found in Bengaluru, as they’ve managed to thrive even in this “urban jungle” habitat. Rare birds tend to demand attention, but this bird does it while being very common, all thanks to its rosy cheeks, sweet whistles, and proud crest!.

Street to Sketchbook | Dec 2025

Drawing Bengaluru is a project of the Nabachika Foundation

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