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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