Zul Ya - Birds of Peninsular Malaysia: March 2023

Monday, March 20, 2023

BLACK NAPE ORIOLE

Lokasi: Kg. Alor Kuar, Alor Setar dan merupakan antara kawasan yang bersebelahan antara laut dan sawah padi.

Diperhatikan warna oriole disini lebih gelap, kuning oren.

COMMON TERN, EASTERN CURLEW, JAVAN POND HERON

Kg. Kuar Alor Setar, sambil menikmati mee udang

Saturday, March 11, 2023

SLATY LEGGED CRAKE

BURUNG SINTAR MERAH KAKI KELABU

SLATY LEGGED CRAKE ( Rallina eurizonoides )

Date: 11/03/2023 - LIFER

Sangat teruja dengan penampilannya. Dikategorikan sebagai burung hijrah. Bersaiz agak besar antara 26-28cm. Ia muncul dari dalam rimbunan belukar dengan warna oren dibahagian dada sehingga keatas kepala dan warna jalur hitam-putih melintang bawah badan sehingga ke bahagian ekor. Bahagian atas belakang badan dari belakang tengkuk sehingga ke ekor berwarna coklat terang atau `olive color'. Kakinya berwarna kelabu kehitaman.

Dari senarai IUCN 2020, populasinya semakin berkurangan.

IUCN Red List 2020 - Least Concern (LC)

CINTAI ALAM SEMULAJADI FLORA DAN FAUNA KITA

HOODED PITTA

BURUNG PACAT GEMBALA PELANDOK

Hooded Pitta

Date: 11/03/2023

The Hooded Pitta (Pitta sordida) is an eye-catching and vibrant bird found across tropical regions in Southeast Asia, South Asia, and parts of Oceania. It is beloved by birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts due to its bright and distinctive appearance.

This medium-sized bird is approximately 16–19 cm long. Its plumage features a stunning combination of green, turquoise, and black shades. The "hood" refers to the deep black coloration on its head, extending down to the throat, while its upper body is bright green and its lower belly is crimson red. It has a short tail and a strong, slightly curved bill.

Hooded Pittas are primarily ground-dwelling birds, often foraging in the leaf litter of dense forests for insects, worms, and small invertebrates. Their habitats are increasingly threatened by deforestation. Conservation efforts play a key role in maintaining their population and protecting their habitat.

IUCN Redlist - Least Concern (LC)

CINTAI ALAM SEMULAJADI FLORA DAN FAUNA KITA

SIBERIAN BLUE ROBIN

BURUNG MURAI BIRU SIBERIA

Siberian Blue Robin (Larvivora cyane)

Date: 11/03/2023

SHAH ALAM

The Siberian Blue Robin is a small, elegant passerine bird found in parts of East and Southeast Asia. Here's a closer look at this captivating species:

Appearance: The male Siberian Blue Robin is striking with its deep cobalt blue upperparts and a white underbelly. Its face is marked by a neat black mask, adding to its sharp appearance. The females, on the other hand, are more subdued, with olive-brown upperparts and a lighter, creamy underside, providing effective camouflage.
Habitat and Range: This bird breeds in the dense undergrowth of temperate and boreal forests across Siberia, northeastern China, Korea, and Japan. During the winter months, it migrates to Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, where it frequents tropical forests and thickets.
Behavior: The Siberian Blue Robin is a shy and elusive bird, often found foraging on the forest floor for insects, worms, and other small invertebrates. Its secretive nature means it is often heard rather than seen, with its melodic, fluty song being a characteristic feature.
Conservation Status: Classified as "Least Concern" by the IUCN, this species has a stable population. However, like many forest-dwelling birds, it faces threats from habitat destruction and deforestation.