BLACK HORNBILL

 

 

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BLUE CROWNED HANGING PARROT

 

The Blue-crowned Hanging Parrot (Loriculus galgulus) is a small, vibrant parrot native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Sumatra, and Borneo. It’s easily recognized by its emerald green plumage, bright red rump, and the male’s distinctive blue crown and red throat patch.

This species is famous for its quirky habit of sleeping upside down, much like a bat—an adaptation that helps it blend into foliage and avoid predators. It feeds mainly on fruits, seeds, nectar, and occasionally flowers, playing a key role in pollination and seed dispersal.

Social by nature, these parrots often travel in small flocks and form strong pair bonds during the breeding season. They nest in tree cavities and typically lay up to four eggs per clutch.

Although currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, the Blue-crowned Hanging Parrot faces threats from habitat loss and the illegal pet trade, making conservation awareness increasingly important.

BLACK THROATED SUNBIRD

05/07/2025

BURUNG KELICAP GUNUNG

Black throated Sunbird (Aethopyga saturata)

The Black-throated Sunbird (Aethopyga saturata) is a striking and vibrant species of sunbird found across parts of South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia.

Male:

• Long-tailed and dark above with a midnight-black throat
• Wine-red back and breast, purplish-blue crown
• In good light, the throat may show a metallic violet gorget

Female:

• Much duller with greenish-brown upperparts
• Pale underparts with a gray wash over the head
• A pale rump patch helps distinguish her from other sunbirds

Habitat & Distribution

Found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam. Prefers subtropical or tropical moist lowland and montane forests.

IUCN Redlist: Least Concern (LC)

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MOUNTAIN IMPERIAL PIGEON

 06/07/2025

BURUNG PERGAM GUNUNG

Mountain Imperial Pigeon (Ducula badia)

Found across South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Vietnam. Prefers subtropical or tropical moist forests, both lowland and montane, and is often seen from sea level up to 2,500 meters in elevation. Typically inhabits old-growth forests, especially in foothills and mountainous regions.

IUCN Redlist 2016: Least Concern (LC) - Population decreasing

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RUSTY NAPED PITTA

 Another lifer this year

05/07/2025

BURUNG PACAT TEPUS

Rusty Naped Pitta (Hydrornis Oatesi)

The Rusty-naped Pitta (Hydrornis oatesi) is a shy and elusive bird that’s as intriguing as it is beautiful.

• Found in Indochina, southern China, and parts of the Malaysia Peninsula.

• Prefers subtropical or tropical moist lowland and montane forests, especially bamboo forests

• Typically inhabits elevations above 800 meters (2,600 ft)

IUCN Redlist - Least Concern

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