STREAKED BULBUL

 

GREY HEADED CANARY FLYCATCHER

 

ASIAN FAIRY BLUEBIRD

BURUNG DENDANG GAJAH

Asian Fairy Bluebird (Irena puella)

The Asian Fairy Bluebird is a truly enchanting bird, celebrated for its vivid colors and melodious calls. Native to South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, it inhabits evergreen forests, secondary growth, and sometimes well-wooded plantations.

This medium-sized bird measures about 24–27 cm in length. Males are dazzling, with iridescent blue feathers on their back and tail contrasting against black wings and underparts. Females, while less vivid, have a lovely greenish-blue coloration. Both sexes have striking crimson-red eyes that add to their charm.

The Asian Fairy Bluebird primarily feeds on fruits, especially figs, as well as nectar and occasional insects. Its role as a seed disperser makes it an essential part of its ecosystem. Its melodious song consists of varied, flute-like notes that echo through the forest.

Classified as "Least Concern" on the conservation scale, the bird remains relatively widespread, but habitat destruction could threaten some local populations.

 

RUFOUS FRONTED BABBLER

27/05/2023

Congkak, Hulu Langat

Lifer for me....

With active movement under low light canopy.

 

BLACK HEADED BULBUL

 

CRIMSON WINGED WOODPECKER

 

BLACK HORNBILL

 

GREATER RACKET TAILED DRONGO

Congkak, Hulu Langat

27/05/2023