Common Fruit Bats (Cynopterus brachyotis) are usually found during the day roosting in caves, on the under-surface of flyovers, under the eaves of houses, on branches of trees, etc. With the coming of dusk they fly off in search of … Continued
I observed a male Zebra Dove (Geopelia striata) calling out loudly post mating. Wells (1999) states that the male sings as they sit side by side and describes the song in detail. This post copulation song was intermittent but extended for 3-4 … Continued
A single Plain Flowerpecker (Dicaeum concolor [minullum] borneanum) was seen feeding on the fruits of the Rusty-leaf Mistletoe (Scurrula ferruginea). Food of items I have observed Plain Flowerpeckers feeding on: 1. Scurrula ferruginea (Rusty-leaf Mistletoe) – native plant, fruit and … Continued
A Greater Green Leafbird (Chloropsis sonnerati zosterops) was seen with a large beetle prey. Amar-Singh HSS (Dato’ Dr) Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia 21st February 2021 Location: Kledang-Sayong Forest Reserve, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia Habitat: Primary forest Equipment: Equipment: Nikon D500 SLR with … Continued
Sexing of Zebra Doves (Geopelia striata) is best identified by courtship behaviour with male bowing and displaying. When not mating physical sex differences are subtle and not necessarily consistent. Calls between sexes also do not appear to be different. Gibbs, … Continued
I spotted a pair of Yellow-breasted Warblers (Seicercus montis davisoni) nesting in the montane forest at Cameron Highlands in Pahang, Malaysia. I did not approach the nest or attempt to look at it. I stayed about 5-6 meters away. I … Continued
According to Wikipedia, the Yellow-breasted Warbler (Seicercus montis davisoni) is found in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. It’s natural habitats are tropical and subtropical moist lowland and montane forests. Currently this species has a wide range and a steady population … Continued
An Oriental Honey Buzzard (Indomayalan) Pernis ptilorhynchus torquatus appeared in our neighbourhood very early this morning. The sun had not risen above the hills and it was still a bit dark. Very blustery morning and the crest was being blown. … Continued
I had an opportunity to watch a male Green-backed Flycatcher (Ficedula elisae) foraging today. It was feeding on the fruits of the Blue Mahang or Macaranga heynei (formerly known as M. javanica), a common fruit source for migratory flycatchers but … Continued
It was interesting to note that this forest location has 3 different species of Tailorbirds – the Dark-necked, Ashy and Rufous-tailed. Some views of an adult male Dark-necked Tailorbird, possibly in breeding plumage in view of the extensive dark neck. … Continued
