With request from a regular guest based in Kuala Lumpur, I planned out the trip to cover a few target species found in the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia. Most photographers have visited the place for the most wanted Malayan Banded Pitta which some consider the most beautiful pitta in Peninsular Malaysia, so it is not a surprise that my guest want to get this species too.
We started our journey after lunch. Initially I wanted to make 1 birding stop before reaching our destination, however, the weather was not ideal therefore, we decided to do it on our return trip to Kuala Lumpur. Overnight in Alor Setar.
After breakfast, we drove into the forest for our target species. Nailed it almost immediately! Malayan Banded Pitta - checked! Chinese Blue Flycatcher - checked! while the rest of the species seen here are not new for my guest. These include Green-backed Flycatcher, Puff-throated Babbler, Short-tailed Babbler, Grey-cheeked Bulbul, and Orange-headed Thrush.
The next day, we spent the morning back in the forest for White-crowned Hornbill and another round with Malayan Banded Pitta. We left the forest and drove down south where we stopped for Sunda Scops Owl. Not really easy as it was a busy day at the site. After a short session, we continue our drive back to KL.
