BRONZED DRONGO

 

LINEARTED BARBET

BURUNG TAKUR KUKUP

Lineated Barbet (Psilopogon lineatus)

The Lineated Barbet is a medium-sized, fruit-eating bird found in South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. It has green plumage with brown and white streaks on its head and breast. Preferring woodlands and gardens, it forages for fruits and insects while playing a key role in seed dispersal. Its loud, repetitive calls make it easy to detect in its habitat. 

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LONG TAILED PARAKEET

TAMAN TASIK TAIPING

 

BLACK BROWED BARBET

BURUNG TAKUR BUKIT

Black-browed Barbet (Psilopogon oorti)

The Black-browed Barbet (Psilopogon oorti) is a vibrant, fruit-eating bird found in Southeast Asia, particularly in montane forests of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.

• Appearance: It has striking green plumage with a distinctive black brow, along with patches of blue, red, and yellow on its face.
• Habitat: Prefers highland forests, often perched in tree canopies where it feeds on fruits and insects.
• Diet: Primarily frugivorous, but also supplements its diet with small invertebrates.
• Behavior: Known for its loud, repetitive calls, often heard before the bird is seen. It plays a crucial role in seed dispersal.
• Conservation Status: Not currently threatened, though deforestation poses risks to its habitat.

FIRE BREASTED FLOWER PECKER

BURUNG SEPAH BUNGA DADA API / SEPAH PUTERI SULUNG

Fire-breasted Flowerpecker (Dicaeum ignipectus)

The Fire-breasted Flowerpecker is a tiny, fast-moving bird found in forests across South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. Males have a vibrant red or orange breast patch, while females are more subdued in color. It primarily feeds on nectar, berries, and insects, playing a key role in pollination and seed dispersal. Its high-pitched calls add to the lively forest atmosphere as it flits through the canopy.

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LONG TAILED BROADBILL

BURUNG TAKAU INJAP / BAYAN

Long Tailed Broadbill (Psarisomus dalhousiae)

The long-tailed broadbill (Psarisomus dalhousiae) is a striking and vibrant bird found in South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. It is easily recognized by its bright green body, which is complemented by a black cap and a distinctive yellow throat also called as an Elvis Presley by bird watcher or bird photographer in Malaysia due to the unique head color pattern. The bird's long tail, as its name suggests, adds to its elegant appearance. Its face often has shades of blue, and there are hints of turquoise on its wings, creating a truly colorful display.

These birds inhabit evergreen forests, where they live in small groups or pairs. They are known for their playful and acrobatic behavior, often seen hopping through the canopy or darting after insects mid-air. The long-tailed broadbill builds elaborate hanging nests, typically in colonies, adding to their charm.

IUCN Redlist 2024 - Least Concern (LC)

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LITTLE CUCKOO DOVE

BURUNG TERKUKUR API
Little Cuckoo Dove (Macropygia ruficeps)

The little cuckoo-dove (Macropygia ruficeps) is a graceful bird commonly found in Southeast Asia, including parts of Malaysia. It is a medium-sized dove with a slender build and a long, tapering tail. Its plumage is typically a mix of warm, earthy tones, with shades of rufous, chestnut, and a subtle bronze shimmer on its wings. These muted colors help it blend seamlessly into forested habitats.

Little cuckoo-doves are often seen in pairs or small groups, foraging for fruits, seeds, and berries in forest canopies and edges. Their flight is swift and direct, and they are generally shy and unobtrusive birds, rarely drawing attention to themselves.

IUCN Redlist 2024 - Least Concern (LC)

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RED HEADED TROGON - MALE FEMALE

25/05/2024

Photo with Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

BURUNG KESUMBA GUNUNG

Red Headed Trogon (Harpactes erythrocephalus)

The red-headed trogon (Harpactes erythrocephalus) is a stunning bird species found in the forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. It is known for its vivid coloration and striking appearance. The male red-headed trogon has a rich, crimson-red head and breast, contrasted with a dark blue back, wings, and tail. Its underparts feature a vibrant orange hue, creating a beautiful and distinctive palette. The female, while less vivid, has shades of brown and orange, offering subtler beauty.

These birds typically inhabit subtropical and tropical lowland forests, where they feed on insects, small fruits, and seeds. Red-headed trogons are solitary and quiet birds, often perched motionless, blending into their surroundings despite their striking colors.

IUCN RedList - Least Concern (LC) / Decreasing

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STREAKED SPIDERHUNTER

BURUNG KELICAP JANTUNG GUNUNG

Streaked Spiderhunter (Arachnothera magna)

25/05/2024

Photo taken with Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

The Streaked Spiderhunter is a vibrant nectar-feeding bird found in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. It has olive-green plumage with bold streaks on its underparts and a long, curved bill suited for extracting nectar. Often seen in montane forests and gardens, it plays a key role in pollination while also feeding on insects and spiders. Its sharp, high-pitched calls echo through the canopy. 

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MOUNTAIN FULVETA

25/05/204

Photo taken with Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

LARGE NILTAVA - JUVENILE

25/05/2024

Photo taken with Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

HILL BLUE FLYCATCHER

BURUNG SAMBAR BIRU BUKIT

Hill Blue Flycatcher (Cyornis banyumas)

25/05/2024

Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

Fraser Hill

The Hill Blue Flycatcher is a charming songbird native to South and Southeast Asia. It is often spotted in forests, plantations, and gardens. It is found in countries like Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and surrounding regions, preferring subtropical and tropical moist lowland or montane forests as its habitat.

In terms of appearance, this bird measures around 15–16 cm in length and displays striking plumage. Males are adorned with vibrant blue upperparts, a bright orange throat and chest, and white belly. Females are more subdued in color, with duller blue and brown shades and orange-tinged underparts.

As for its behavior, the Hill Blue Flycatcher feeds primarily on insects and small invertebrates, often foraging close to the forest floor. Its melodious song is a pleasant mix of whistles and trills, making it a delight for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

While not globally threatened, habitat destruction in certain areas may pose challenges to its population. This flycatcher’s beauty and gentle demeanor make it a noteworthy species in Southeast Asia’s avian world.

PALE BLUE FLYCATCHER - FEMALE

25/05/2024

Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

BLUE WHISTLING THRUSH

BURUNG MURAI BERSIUL BESAR

Blue Whistling Thrush (Myophonus caeruleus)

Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

Fraser Hill

The Blue Whistling Thrush is a striking bird found across the mountains of Central Asia, South Asia, China, and Southeast Asia. It is renowned for its loud, human-like whistling song, which is often heard at dawn and dusk.

Physically, this bird is a rich violet-blue with shiny spangling at the tips of its feathers, except for the lores, abdomen, and under the tail. Its wing coverts display a slightly different shade of blue, and the median coverts feature white spots. The color of the bill varies by region; some populations have bright yellow bills, while others have dark bills. The Blue Whistling Thrush measures approximately 31 to 35 cm in length and weighs between 136 and 231 grams.

This species thrives in damp environments and often forages along streams for snails, crabs, fruits, and insects. According to conservation standards, it is classified as "Least Concern."

 

WHITE TAILED ROBIN

Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

Fraser Hill

The White-tailed Robin (Cinclidium leucurum) is a striking and secretive bird found in the forests of South and Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. It inhabits subtropical or tropical moist forests, often in hilly or montane regions, and prefers shaded areas with dense undergrowth.

This bird is medium-sized, measuring about 18–20 cm in length. Males are particularly eye-catching, with glossy dark blue plumage, black underparts, and a distinctive white patch on their tail that becomes prominent in flight. Females, on the other hand, have a more subdued appearance with olive-brown upperparts and lighter underparts.

White-tailed Robins are primarily insectivorous, often foraging on the forest floor for beetles, ants, and caterpillars. They are known for their melodious song, featuring sharp whistles and rhythmic notes.

 

RUFOUS BROWED FLYCATCHER - JUVENILE

BURUNG SAMBAR RENGKONG PUTIH

Rufous-browed Flycatcher (Anthipes solitaris)

Fraser Hill - 25/05/2024

Combo set R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM, ISO1250

The Rufous-browed Flycatcher is a small, forest-dwelling bird native to Southeast Asia, including Malaysia. It has warm brown plumage with a distinctive rufous-brown eyebrow, making it easy to identify. Preferring dense montane undergrowth, it quietly forages for insects near the forest floor. Its gentle, melodic calls add to the serene atmosphere of its habitat.

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STREAKED WREN BABBLER

25/05/2024

Fraser Hill

Canon R10 + RF600mm F11 IS STM

MALAYAN PARTRIDGE

01/05/2024

BURUNG SANG SERUK GUNUNG

MALAYAN PARTRIDGE (Arborophila campbelli) 

The Malay partridge, also known as the Malaysian Hill Partridge (Arborophila campbelli), is a ground-dwelling bird found primarily in the forested highlands of Peninsular Malaysia. It is part of the pheasant family and is known for its shy and elusive nature.

This bird has a striking plumage, typically characterized by a mix of earthy tones like brown and gray, with intricate markings on its body. Its face often has a combination of black, white, and chestnut patterns, which give it a distinctive appearance. The Malay partridge is a small to medium-sized bird with strong legs, adapted for walking and scratching the forest floor in search of insects, seeds, and fruits.

These birds are known for their preference for dense, understory vegetation, which offers them cover and protection. They are usually found in pairs or small groups and communicate through a series of melodious calls.

IUCN Redlist 2024 - Least Concern (LC)

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