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…
Tag: Birds of Malaysia
Hunt for the Giant Pitta
Few birds attract more attention than pittas. These spectacularly plumaged birds are highly elusive and notoriously difficult to see. Unsurprisingly,…
The Red-headed Trogon in Malaysia
Trogons are spectacular birds that occur throughout the world’s equatorial rainforests. About 46 species occur globally, seven of which are…
Kingfishers of Malaysia
The kingfishers of Malaysia are truly avian royalties. ‘Kings’ of the bird world, they demand our attention whenever they’re around.…
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,…
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…
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…