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: Sabah Birds
Oriental Darter in Malaysia
There’s a variety of oddball birds in South-East Asia, and the Oriental Darter in Malaysia certainly stands out. This wonderful…
Birds of Mantanani Island
In October 2023, the Birdwatching Asia team went on a trip to see the birds of Mantanani Island. Our main…
The Mantanani Scops-Owl in Malaysia
The Mantanani Scops-Owl is a species that’s high on many birdwatcher’s life lists. This is especially true for Malaysian birdwatchers,…
Birds of Kinabalu Park – Part 2: Miscellaneous endemics
The diversity and uniqueness of the birds of Kinabalu Park ensures this place remains a favourite among birdwatchers. In my…
Birds of Kinabalu Park – Part 1: Common endemics
Kinabalu Park needs no introduction. This World Heritage Site is famous worldwide for its rich and unique biodiversity, hosting many…
Storm’s Stork at the Kinabatangan River
The Kinabatangan River is home to a dazzling array of bird species, including the endangered Storm’s Stork (Ciconia stormi). I…
Birdwatching at Gunung Alab Substation, Sabah
Kota Kinabalu is blessed with a variety of nearby birding locations, and birdwatching at Gunung Alab Substation is a great…