Malaysian Birds
Passerines
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Leitherichidae Passerines are song birds that perch on open branches and display their singing. These are also the birds recognized by their profile of slim bodies and fairly long tails, associated what we conceived as Passerines. Given meaning to that impression of ours, then how should a song bird would look like? Among the many birds grouped under the loosely coined name "passerine" is the group of Leiothrichidae. Before and now, it has always being the problem that most songbirds are so much look alike from one another. For example, when it comes to grouping or classifying them, Mesia for example, was once grouped together with Flycatcher. Now more appropriately slotted in together with the Laughingthrushes Well, this group Leiothrichidae are colorful birds with a sweet repertoire of calls. They also have quite few other characteristics in common. First - they are all colorful, they have sweet songs, they are singing out loud and continously and they forage in small group of a few birds Better known within in this group would be the large birds, Laughingthrushes. As quite an obvious group of birds, I have taken out for a dedicated page. Leaving behind in this page would be a collection of medium to small size birds. Among them are the most sort after Cutia and Mesia
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Fulvetta
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1. Brown Fulvetta |
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2. Mountain Fulvetta
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Minla
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3. Blue-winged Minla
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4.Chestnut-tailed Minla |
LaughingThrush
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5. Sunda Laughingthrush | Garrulax palliatus |
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6. White-crested Laughingthrush | Garrulax leucolophus |
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6. Chestnut-capped Laughingthrush | Pterorhinus mitratus |
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7. Malayan Laughingthrush | Pterorhinus treacheri |
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8. Black Laughingthrush | |
Others
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Himalayan Cutia
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9. Long-tailed Sibia | |
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10. Silver-eared Mesia | |
PASSERIFORMES
Muscicapidae
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Chats and Allies Among the myriad of birds within the passerine group, some bear not-so-common names and often go unnoticed. These avian inhabitants, distinct from the typical songbird group, include the well-known Robins and Forktails, which, though still considered forest birds, exhibit unique characteristics and habits. This discussion, however, excludes Robins and Forktails, focusing on passerines seldom mentioned, aptly termed "Chats and allies" by certain bird book authors. Rock Thrushes, a notable example, typically breed from Southern Europe through Central Asia to northern China, displaying remarkable migratory patterns. All populations winter in Africa south of the Sahara, with occasional but uncommon visits to Northern Europe. Thriving in open, dry areas above 1500 meters, these birds nest in rock cavities, laying four to five eggs. Omnivorous by nature, they consume a diverse diet consisting of insects, berries, and small reptiles. The male Rock Thrush, distinguished by its clear and tuneful song, is slightly smaller than the familiar Robin. During the breeding season, the male exhibits a different plumage. Sightings of this avian group are considered rare due to their modest numbers and migratory tendencies. However, when these birds do appear, they often remain in the same location for an extended period during their migratory phase, making revisiting them relatively straightforward. One exception within this group is the White-throated Rock-Thrush, which favors sub-montane environments and has been observed in specific locations atop Maxwell Hill. In contrast, the Blue Rock-Thrush has established itself as a local resident, inhabiting a handful of foothills across the country, particularly in limestone-rich areas. The Stone Chat, easily recognizable, frequents open fields, with sightings common in Malaysian paddy fields. These birds are conspicuous, preferring open sites at eye level, providing observers with ample opportunities for revisitation. |
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PASSERIFORMES
Campephagidae
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Minivet & Cuckooshrikes Among the myriad of birds within the passerine group, some bear not-so-common names and often go unnoticed. These avian inhabitants, distinct from the typical songbird group, include the well-known Robins and Forktails, which, though still considered forest birds, exhibit unique characteristics and habits. This discussion, however, excludes Robins and Forktails, focusing on passerines seldom mentioned, aptly termed "Chats and allies" by certain bird book authors. |
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With Will would Wander |
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