Presumed male Cinereous Tit. These Cinereous Tit (Parus cinereus ambiguous) are common in some parts of the world but occur in very localised areas in Malaysia. I have only ever seen them in mangrove forests and coastal Casuarina tree clumps. … Continued
This Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica indica) bird surprised me the most in the mangrove forest as I seldom see it there. This male hopped up from the ground onto the board walk carrying nesting material. Amar-Singh HSS (Dato’ Dr) … Continued
Took a break from all the Covid-19 prevention activities I am involved in, for a forest walk. Fiery Minivets (Pericrocotus igneus igneus) are considered near-threatened. They are an uncommon bird to see and the last time I saw them was at … Continued
Common Mynas (Acridotheres tristis tristis) in the city often nest in man-made sites. The old disused junction boxes of street lights, located 5 meters up, are a particular favourite; as non-functioning street lights. Breeding pairs will have fierce and bitter … Continued
Gold-whiskered Barbet eating the fruit. The Malayan Teak (Vitex pinnata) or local name ‘Leban’ is a native tree of South-East Asia. It is slow growing, can grow up to 25 metres tall and prefers good sunlight. It is an important bird … Continued
Some close up views of Gold-whiskered Barbet (Megalaima chrysopogon laeta), taken while feeding on an extensive trailing (creeper) fruiting ficus. Amar-Singh HSS (Dato’ Dr) Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia Location: Kledang-Sayong Forest Reserve, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia Habitat: Forest edge Date: 13th … Continued
A lone Spotted Flycatcher, Muscicapa striata, denizen of Europe and Siberia, suddenly made its appearance at Kent Ridge Park, Singapore. Although a plain looking passerine, the little bird induced great excitement amongst birdwatchers and bird photographers. There are many beautiful portraits … Continued
Any bird watching trip to Taiwan would be a poorer one if you did not get to spend some time with this splendid Bush Robin (Tarsiger johnstoniae). For some reason we seem to see more males rather than females. The … Continued
In having observed numerous Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus infortunatus) males build their remarkable nests. I ask myself “do females assist in nest building?” Males usually build nests until the helmet stage. At this time they advertise to females by flapping … Continued
Some Asian Glossy Starlings (Aplonis panayensis strigata) were nesting in cave temple statues. What a great, aesthetic location to nest but I doubt the birds were aware. Amar-Singh HSS (Dato’ Dr) Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia Location: Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia … Continued
