Ruddy Kingfisher

Ruddy Kingfisher
赤翡翠

Many people came from far and tried all means just to catch a photo of this "red" bird. Today, for no apparent reason, it just came out by itself in the carpark close by calling as if to get our attention. Whoever wants to miss this rare opportunity?

(18/6/2016, Air Hitam Dalam)

Its special characteristic is obviously the ruddy (reddish) look from bill to tail, including its legs.
It is highly sought after by birders. Many came from Ipoh, KL and even Hong Kong and Taiwan just to photograph it when news about this bird spread to them. Some stay for two days or more but that do not guarantee a successful trip.

This time, we heard the high-pitched call for over a minute but failed to see its whereabout. We owe our gratitude to veteran birder Choy Wai Mun for spotting and showing where it perched.

(29th Apr 2016, Air Hitam Dalam)

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