I thought I heard the husky call of a Stripe-throated Bulbul in the forest; when I traced back to the source in between leaves and branches, it was actually a colorful Blue-winged Leafbird.
I thought I had been fooled in this early morning when it raised its head high and arrogantly by showing me its black beard; it likes to imitate the calls of various other species of birds.
I thought it had flown away when I zoomed in but could not find in the viewfinder, it actually mixed very well with the colors of the surroundings.
If not because of the straight beak, I may have mistaken this leafbird as a parrot. Most parrots are predominantly green with other bright colors. Am I right?
It is another lifer in my life list.
Yes, I think your right.. I see the blue! Very beautiful your arrogant friend-
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird. The birds up here aren't that colourful, usually...
ReplyDeleteA beautiful bird, as beautiful as the little serindit....
ReplyDeleteRainfield, very colourful, well spotted.
ReplyDeleteThat is a very colorful bird yet difficult to find in the leaves.
ReplyDeletesuch a beutiful bird! yes its colour pattern is close to that of a parrot.
ReplyDeleteAh...I know what you mean this bird will be difficult to detect in the wild. The birds colour blend well with its surrounding. Wonderful shots.
ReplyDeletenicely camouflaged.
ReplyDeleteit can imitate other birds... wonderful
ReplyDeleteWow! That is one beautiful bird. What a find! I think you are a happier hiker than usual today.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful bird! It reminds me of the goldfinches I see, but with more colors.
ReplyDeleteYou did a wonderful job of capturing this bird since it is so well camouflaged. Congratulations on getting another lifer.
ReplyDeleteIn the last photo, the bird looks camouflaged into the tree and leaves. Most unusual and beautiful birds you have there.
ReplyDeleteNice bird! Must be a good singer...
ReplyDeleteThe bird has very colourful feathers. I saw one colourful bird in the park this morning too. But don't know its name.
ReplyDeletetalk about camouflaged!
ReplyDeletegreat captures! wonder why men have more inclination in capturing birds and other flying critters. ;)
That bird trying to wake you up.
ReplyDeleteYou a very colourful friend, Rainfield.
ReplyDeleteWish you a Happy National Day.
Beautiful and colorful bird, Rainfield..You're so lucky to see so many different critters in the forest..
ReplyDeleteWhat a colorful and beautiful bird! I am glad you were able to capture him to share with us.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a beautiful bird. I would love to hear and see such a bird. Its lucky to be able to blend it so nicely with its surroundings.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bird and he can hide quite well among the leaves.
ReplyDeletegorgeous bird and you're so lucky to see it up close. happy merdeka!
ReplyDeletewow nice bird! happy merdeka!
ReplyDeleteWanna wish you and your family..
ReplyDeleteSelamat Hari Merdeka!
PS: Will get back to this post again once I finish the previous lot. ^__^
Cool camouflager. I had to look harder too to find the birdie.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors and a great camouflage.
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