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
Was on a dark trail when I saw this single Yellow-breasted Flowerpecker (Prionochilus maculatus) feeding on the fruit of Cluster Fig (Ficus racemose). In the past I have observed Yellow-breasted Flowerpeckers feeding on: Ficus Benjamina fig Ficus villosa fig Melastoma … Continued
This female Crested Goshawk (Accipiter trivirgatus indicus) attacked a pair of Thick-billed Green-Pigeon (Treron curvirostra) that were in courtship but failed to snag any. It then attempted to use this bare tree as a vantage point but was harassed by … Continued
I have been seeing a number of leafbirds recently. A composite image below shows the difference between the Lesser Green Leafbird (Chloropsis cyanopogon) and the Greater Green Leafbird (Chloropsis sonnerati zosterops) for males and females. Note in Greater Green Leafbirds the heavier, hooked bill; the black … Continued
