A Guide to the Pittas of Sabah
If there’s one family of birds that will get birdwatchers pulses racing, then it’s definitely the pittas. These stunningly beautiful…
Category: Malaysia Birds
Kingfishers of Malaysia
The kingfishers of Malaysia are truly avian royalties. ‘Kings’ of the bird world, they demand our attention whenever they’re around.…
The Rufous-backed Dwarf-Kingfisher
Amongst the gloom of the forest understory, the Rufous-backed Dwarf-Kingfisher looks like it’s on fire. Indeed, this pint-sized bird is…
The Rufous-collared Kingfisher
Kingfishers are eye-catching birds, and the Rufous-collared Kingfisher is a stellar example. Beautifully attired in green, blue, orange and yellow,…
Great-billed Heron in Malaysia
The Great-billed Heron is a scarce species that is only reliably seen in certain locations within Malaysia. The rarest of…
Terns of Malaysia – Part 2
Several species of terns of Malaysia are quite common and thus a familiar sight to local birders. Nevertheless, these delightful…
Terns of Malaysia – Part 1
As a birdwatcher, I can’t help but be awed by the terns of Malaysia whenever I see them. Their elegant,…
Pulau Bangau Perak Birdwatching
Known as Stork Island in Perak, Pulau Bangau is one of the new birdwatching sites in Perak, which has seen…
Eurasian Curlew in Malaysia
The start of the northern winter season heralds the arrival of the Eurasian Curlew in Malaysia. This impressive shorebird stands…
Common Shorebirds of Malaysia
Few birdwatching experiences can compare with the spectacle of watching the massive flocks of the common shorebirds of Malaysia. Every…