Red-Bearded Bee-Eater’s Mating Display at Fraser’s Hill

Nestled within the lush highlands of Fraser’s Hill, Malaysia, is a spectacle that only a lucky few ever get to witness—the captivating mating display of the Red-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis amictus). I was fortunate enough to experience this firsthand, and it was nothing short of mesmerizing. With its vibrant plumage and strikingly colored beard, this elusive… Continue reading Red-Bearded Bee-Eater’s Mating Display at Fraser’s Hill

Stephen’s Place: a paradise for Barbets in Bukit Fraser

On the edge of a green mountain forest, right in the heart of Malaysia, stands a large tree whose branches are laden with an abundance of ripe treasures of red fruits. An almost unlimited number of fruits dangle in the canopy between dense emerald green foliage. A lively spectacle unfolds here for a few days… Continue reading Stephen’s Place: a paradise for Barbets in Bukit Fraser