Easy Shoebill Encounters in Uganda
One of the great advantages of birding in Uganda is that it is surprisingly easy to see a wild Shoebill.At a wetland loc...
A Long-Awaited Encounter with the Philippine Frogmouth 2026 May
The Philippine Frogmouth was one of the birds we especially hoped to see on this trip. Frogmouths have always been among...
Rufous-lored Kingfisher Pair on Day Two in Bohol 2026 May
On our second day in Bohol, we were able to photograph a pair of Rufous-lored Kingfishers — a highlight of the trip.A Sl...
Northern Silvery Kingfisher – A Surprising Roadside Encounter 2026May
Although our birding time in Bohol was limited to just two days, the island holds a remarkable number of endemic species...
A Five-Year Quest for a Broadbill Finally Reward
Visayan Broadbill Philippines, BoholAfter years of trying, we finally managed to see one of our most desired birds — a b...
African Harrier-Hawk – One of Our Target Raptors
The African Harrier-Hawk was one of the raptors I most wanted to see before arriving in Uganda. It had been on my target...
A Surprisingly Easy Crested Kingfisher Encounter
In Singapore, Crested kingfishers are not present, and even in Japan they can be difficult to observe. Aside from a few ...
An Encounter with a Beautiful Endangered Vulture Feb 2026
Lake Mburo National Park is an exceptionally exciting destination, with high densities of both mammals and birds. Althou...
African Fish Eagle – A Raptor Straight Out of a Fantasy World Feb 2026
The African Fish Eagle was one of the birds I most wanted to see even before arriving in Uganda. With its powerful build...
Birding in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Feb2026
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is world-famous for mountain gorilla trekking, but we also spent time birding in this ...