Shrike and Thrush and others

04 April 2011

Shrike and Thrush and others

Mugimaki Flycather - Female

Yesterday did some birding with Karim@sinooorita at Kundasang area. Went looking for the Long-tailed Shrike and upon arriving at the designated area, we spotted two birds flying in a distance but alas we could not get closer at this was on a private land.

We have to be contented and try our best for a good picture even for an ID shot.

Luckily for us, the birds seem to notice our despair and eventually came closer and closer and got some decent shots. And as time flies by, we decided to check out for the Everett Thrush at Masilau Park (which is an extension of Mt Kinabalu) and it only took us 20 minutes to reach it from Kundasang. We did not get the Everett's Thrush but here are few pictures for your enjoyment.

White-browed Shortwing - Female

She came out from one of the parking lot and darting from one place to another trying to avoid us. Eventually I got some decent picture of her but still can be better....

Eyed-browed Thrush - Turdus obscurus

This was a nice find but would not cooperate. It was so shy that it did not came out the whole day. I could see it through the Bins but it was just that.