Based on observations made over 10 days between October 2009 and March 2012 in Perak and Pahang in Peninsular Malaysia, Dato’ Dr Amar-Singh HSS has finally published his findings (above). Spiderhunters, as the name suggests, feed mainly on spiders. In … Continued
“The Macaranga bancana fruits will almost always attract the near threatened (Red Data Status) Red-throated Sunbird (Anthreptes rhodolaemus). Apart from this fruit I have seen them feed on the nectar of a number of a Mistletoe species. Having watched on … Continued
“Brownish bulbuls are often sadly unrated. The image above shows the Olive-winged Bulbul (Pycnonotus plumosus plumosus), below shows the bird feeding on the Malayan Teak (Vitex pinnata). “This fruit is favoured by many forest bulbul species as well as by: … Continued
“I was up on this hill were a species of Rhododendron (a creeper) were flowering in large profusion. A Little Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra cinereicollis) (below) was busy feeding and enjoying the nectar from many flowers; calling out while feeding. “It … Continued
An earlier post dealt with a family group of Blue-winged Leafbirds (Chloropsis cochinchinensis moluccensis) feeding on the nectar and fruits of the Malayan Mistletoe (Dendrophthae pentandra) at the fringe of the city LINK. This post lists other birds that were … Continued
“Saw a pair of juvenile Little Spiderhunters (Arachnothera longirostra cinereicollis) still being fed by parents (below). “Note the fully orange beak and feet which is different from what is described in literature. “Wells 2007 describes the lower mandible in juveniles … Continued
“Saw a pair of juvenile Little Spiderhunters (Arachnothera longirostra cinereicollis) still being fed by parents. “Note the fully orange beak and feet which is different from what is described in literature. Wells 2007 describes the lower mandible in juveniles as … Continued
Little Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra cinereicollis) feeding on the nectar of the Malayan Teak (Vitex pinnata).The fruit of this tree is also taken by spiderhunters. Dato’ Dr Amar-Singh HSS Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia 21st June 2017 Location: Kledang-Sayong Forest Reserve, Ipoh, Perak, … Continued
“I have shared on birds feeding on the nectar of the African Tulip Tree (Spathodea campanulata) in the past LINK. “The Brown-throated Sunbirds and Yellow Vented Bulbuls (Pycnonotus goiavier analis) are regulars. But I have also seen Little Spiderhunters (Arachnothera … Continued
I have been growing kantan or torch ginger (Etlingera elatior) for many years now. I use the unopened flower buds for cooking curries to provide the distinct aroma. It is also use in rojak (local spicy fruit salad). So far … Continued
