Langkawi, an archipelago renowned for its rich biodiversity, is home to over 250 bird species, making it one of Malaysia’s premier birdwatching destinations. About one-third of the birds recorded in Langkawi are migratory visitors that arrive between November and April, ...[ read more ]
Birdwatching Tour to Penang Hill
Penang Hill is a wonderful choice for birding: as many as 100 species (about 80% of those recorded on Penang Island) have been documented here.The tract of forest—lapid in elevation, accessible yet wild—hosts a healthy mix of garden and forest ...[ read more ]
FROLICKING AT THE ANDAMAN — RESILIENCE OF DATAI BAY WILDLIFE
Wildlife Conservation | Ecosystem Resilience Nature has a remarkable way of enduring even the most difficult transformations. While the Andaman resort at Datai Bay faced a tragic fire in 2021, the vibrant wildlife that once "frolicked" around its grounds remains ...[ read more ]
MOUNTAIN HAWK-EAGLES LANGKAWI — THE RARE RAPTORS OF GUNUNG RAYA
Wildlife Rescue | Birding Langkawi MOUNTAIN HAWK-EAGLES LANGKAWI — THE LEGEND OF THE SCAR The first sighting of a Mountain Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus nipalensis) by Irshad Mobarak was in 1989. Since then, we have recorded at least four resident pairs on ...[ read more ]
RAPTOR WATCH 2009 — A SPECTACLE OF MIGRATION
Birding History | Migratory Research Every year, one of nature's most spectacular migrations unfolds in the skies over the Straits of Malacca. Raptor Watch 2009 was a milestone event where JungleWalla joined birders and conservationists from around the world to ...[ read more ]
MORNING BIRDING IN LANGKAWI — THE EARLY RISER’S REWARD
Birding Experiences | Morning Wildlife In the tropical ecosystem of Langkawi, the early hours are the most rewarding. As the first light hits the canopy of the UNESCO Global Geopark, the forest comes alive with a chorus of calls and ...[ read more ]