When I went birding at Fraser’s Hill last year, it was my first time seeing the Rufescent Prinia in Malaysia up close. I have seen it before, but from quite a distance, so this time, it was a bonus. Sometimes, it is hard to identify the bird in the bush or tree, especially when it […]
During one of my Indonesia trips unrelated to birdwatching, I was lucky to have seen the Sooty-headed Bulbul at Gili Trawangan Island, located at West Nusa Tenggara. For an easier landmark, the chain of Gili Islands is just after Bali and off the island of Lombok, and some say this is the new Bali of […]
Raptor Watch 2023 takes place from 11-12 March at the usual location of the Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve, located at the border of Melaka and Negeri Sembilan. If you have never participated in this unique event, I highly recommend doing so this year. There will be several activities going on apart from watching the raptors, […]
For those planning to do some birdwatching at Malin Nawar, you are in for some shorebird luck. This old tin-mining town called Malim Nawar has also been recently slated to be developed into a bird sanctuary. This peaceful secluded place has seen several local birders and conservationists come here over the last few years […]
Here is a list of Bird Watching Events in Malaysia 2023 where you can start planning your trips as there has been an increase in birding-related events, fairs, festivals, races and competitions around the country. Several notable events have been around for more than ten years, and over the last decade, more birdwatching-related events […]
For those who want to participate in some of the Bird Races in Malaysia, this article will highlight where and when these birding events will be held throughout the year. The only difference is that for some bird races, the dates may change yearly, but it still gives you an idea of where and where […]
