tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29939984478585625042024-03-19T16:46:15.455+08:00manta blogSome bit and pieces of my nature trip, in this highly urbanized Singapore - Samson Tan~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.comBlogger706125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-23750704101608518632024-03-04T11:00:00.001+08:002024-03-04T11:00:16.042+08:00Bye-bye North Thailand (15/15)<p>After spending 4 intense days in Northern Thailand, our time there has finally come to an end. My friends and I will be catching a morning flight back to our respective countries.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjIH3KDxvd_oGwA7pu2qAL7HrIfI5L6xjQfmkWOXV8v2PcSSrFeDoZjhs-h9Hgs1qoWSIfb2JOPFba3eJfrf8ODmWcYVhW54xnxkJIM6PDFmXZ3q1gv3OLiRNjBm6GK3ERYbXBfiSM0CGCctW1D1tZ-fH0SwGbVrxRDYQNdIPGXFDbnGqBnECniOYS_oj/s1200/1501.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjIH3KDxvd_oGwA7pu2qAL7HrIfI5L6xjQfmkWOXV8v2PcSSrFeDoZjhs-h9Hgs1qoWSIfb2JOPFba3eJfrf8ODmWcYVhW54xnxkJIM6PDFmXZ3q1gv3OLiRNjBm6GK3ERYbXBfiSM0CGCctW1D1tZ-fH0SwGbVrxRDYQNdIPGXFDbnGqBnECniOYS_oj/w640-h384/1501.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Since we still have some time before our check-in, why not join the locals for breakfast at a nearby eatery?<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFRZtvo4CTcZhZp8DCXzu9J-CzcuTNs4XmqP7UCnsB1dTgiyAFS-iQJcqQA10UyqByFxj2nte56JhjoXlbzbeF2bOHU3eMi-dIcV8jDkw8kXKmivwnqf2GLy0b6s629jyM1Du8bfjJHjeqNZQPduISZIU1nVBItX_X_2ycH4M237DAAk0FKRGCgNrja5o7/s1200/1401.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFRZtvo4CTcZhZp8DCXzu9J-CzcuTNs4XmqP7UCnsB1dTgiyAFS-iQJcqQA10UyqByFxj2nte56JhjoXlbzbeF2bOHU3eMi-dIcV8jDkw8kXKmivwnqf2GLy0b6s629jyM1Du8bfjJHjeqNZQPduISZIU1nVBItX_X_2ycH4M237DAAk0FKRGCgNrja5o7/w640-h384/1401.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>It was a pleasant surprise to come across the Ultramarine flycatcher. This beautiful bird has bright blue feathers, resembling the Sapphire flycatcher but without the orange throat and chest. We heard someone mention the Sapphire flycatcher earlier, but we were unsure if they had mistaken it for the Ultramarine flycatcher.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF39zOEMNZHyZKD_V-igw7_XqGhgEKJQC5WCl1-B15kMuASxPH6mJ7ZwzuGl_0N-f1z4KF_phst8yTq6mEmsPgO7ia77Q9hpDhqu4BACs8C3oSQ5FTfz0PheNfvZYh5Xxd2guLAP-vW6dGMQAbx5DXbwkfRp6gN9sFYvF-3gOeyHFeL1X727DHXXXg4irf/s1200/1402.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF39zOEMNZHyZKD_V-igw7_XqGhgEKJQC5WCl1-B15kMuASxPH6mJ7ZwzuGl_0N-f1z4KF_phst8yTq6mEmsPgO7ia77Q9hpDhqu4BACs8C3oSQ5FTfz0PheNfvZYh5Xxd2guLAP-vW6dGMQAbx5DXbwkfRp6gN9sFYvF-3gOeyHFeL1X727DHXXXg4irf/w640-h384/1402.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Following a faint yet familiar call, we discovered the Grey-capped pygmy woodpecker. It looks very similar to the Sunda pygmy woodpecker, which is quite common in Singapore.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgef9A7TTV_7_IWTuN44nNqFiSbphxUQUY80GQ30Uw9DpqNek7YYXqCHVZXx6mdY7MBxiv_QGl5BmsKQfPN7RgIcnJCjX2hXxoy0Wf5vaa6g3v8rjVBRDIWFwQDGVVN4v2h9PQGawyO-Cv9Jeu2_cX9tdCpyQ_J4z5N1GRWhlnZTPSaBNHvDGIVxls4azeQ/s1200/1403.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgef9A7TTV_7_IWTuN44nNqFiSbphxUQUY80GQ30Uw9DpqNek7YYXqCHVZXx6mdY7MBxiv_QGl5BmsKQfPN7RgIcnJCjX2hXxoy0Wf5vaa6g3v8rjVBRDIWFwQDGVVN4v2h9PQGawyO-Cv9Jeu2_cX9tdCpyQ_J4z5N1GRWhlnZTPSaBNHvDGIVxls4azeQ/w640-h384/1403.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>As we proceeded with our exploration, we encountered another noisy bird that always makes its presence known - the Rusty-cheeked Scimitar Babbler.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicEYBtjlYPQivAI5NeNBBH2FtDdxUtSIdWksx43gMSX5Z-a4SE8KvnbNyWXvl0ptLNMqfzqhEp0JB9vxgnZz-CffFAnKKSTGU6sFKTnEUw6KHAD5NY_MjG3yB5I9cl_fVksy4JXKY-NAaxRfpSaj5JVQxbJjZbKh09jr6r1Xk936WZQDWyibeCuSg66oDr/s1200/1404.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicEYBtjlYPQivAI5NeNBBH2FtDdxUtSIdWksx43gMSX5Z-a4SE8KvnbNyWXvl0ptLNMqfzqhEp0JB9vxgnZz-CffFAnKKSTGU6sFKTnEUw6KHAD5NY_MjG3yB5I9cl_fVksy4JXKY-NAaxRfpSaj5JVQxbJjZbKh09jr6r1Xk936WZQDWyibeCuSg66oDr/w640-h384/1404.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The Oriental turtle dove caused quite a commotion when it was spotted in Singapore some time ago, but it is very common in this region.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiGJLjnjreSMHFyqjoDQXS9K8t4IbB8dTx3K1Rglv8Ifq6op8GWTif3gC0nDASciRX76-1d6NESvLTd0mCtIxshQpcKeQdw09SysRzhhqBkAVsoLQsoKtMpSSH2eZTQMPdNbG-NQN1Ljf4AofNQC6dSsScgSwL3N2obTqYpyqARfzt2Q87kqwTRr8nn6lk/s1200/1405.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiGJLjnjreSMHFyqjoDQXS9K8t4IbB8dTx3K1Rglv8Ifq6op8GWTif3gC0nDASciRX76-1d6NESvLTd0mCtIxshQpcKeQdw09SysRzhhqBkAVsoLQsoKtMpSSH2eZTQMPdNbG-NQN1Ljf4AofNQC6dSsScgSwL3N2obTqYpyqARfzt2Q87kqwTRr8nn6lk/w640-h384/1405.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Just before calling it a day, we observed some medium-sized birds moving through dense undergrowth. We suspected it might be another one of our target birds. We moved ahead of them, waited at an opening, and confirmed our suspicion. It was indeed the Scarlet-faced Liocichla, which was on our list of desired sightings.<div><br /></div><div>Feeling pleased with our discoveries thus far, we decided to end the day and enjoy a good dinner before heading back to Singapore and Taiwan.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUYL5J9Fo_moSsgFy8YU1Zm4AAj6_YmdcUGjn0Zp7l-o31IbBIHKNDOtk5Mc79U1MJPHn883kXxCdqvYXhOWweqKpmqomvDjAR-Y-th_N935IR2KoSv7jv-EXJquAQys308a1SYs-xydsEtUUTpwcrIFJftL7VVd2UZFYqCdtbVBoDSU6ENg1mMaHNAQB0/s1200/1406.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUYL5J9Fo_moSsgFy8YU1Zm4AAj6_YmdcUGjn0Zp7l-o31IbBIHKNDOtk5Mc79U1MJPHn883kXxCdqvYXhOWweqKpmqomvDjAR-Y-th_N935IR2KoSv7jv-EXJquAQys308a1SYs-xydsEtUUTpwcrIFJftL7VVd2UZFYqCdtbVBoDSU6ENg1mMaHNAQB0/w640-h384/1406.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>While happily tallying the bird species we had seen, our guide suddenly stopped and pointed to a tree branch. After some searching, we finally spotted what the guide was trying to show us. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhOOO1JqW8Cfz-puPUEQkZkuvHEXTPz-kWdNFye0kV0okizQq7FtOjuf53l0R21QnrGwKtvVng23T_VSp6OUZphzs3OXYz99Sqk6vccuYwURs5U0FptL6FzQkcyBRHz9ulwSaWzVWvPWTIfCuvLKoxOz5101vLaQVBqbEPOdfvzz94JPcj7_ZxIjwDz8Mk/s1200/1407.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhOOO1JqW8Cfz-puPUEQkZkuvHEXTPz-kWdNFye0kV0okizQq7FtOjuf53l0R21QnrGwKtvVng23T_VSp6OUZphzs3OXYz99Sqk6vccuYwURs5U0FptL6FzQkcyBRHz9ulwSaWzVWvPWTIfCuvLKoxOz5101vLaQVBqbEPOdfvzz94JPcj7_ZxIjwDz8Mk/w640-h384/1407.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Remaining motionless and blending in perfectly with the tree branch and moss, it was a well-camouflaged Hodgson's Frogmouth. What a great bonus to conclude our birding trip in North Thailand!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaT4P5R_UJ_U3vZSyaFz8WLYySNODks0FxQ-FMy73kJaLN6wi-KyYRhBQ8ZIGWgpMEmsGuuyIcNDqP0QmCqVSmRvZ6AU0HcAQjYntSFuA0gfCmPuQtfMvpmwAZsJ4X3E82AO3hm1sglRnMuSTOCwyhapUgAEjyzRmXVgLR1JupA1D9YfArLxdDAjbG_DDZ/s1200/1408.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaT4P5R_UJ_U3vZSyaFz8WLYySNODks0FxQ-FMy73kJaLN6wi-KyYRhBQ8ZIGWgpMEmsGuuyIcNDqP0QmCqVSmRvZ6AU0HcAQjYntSFuA0gfCmPuQtfMvpmwAZsJ4X3E82AO3hm1sglRnMuSTOCwyhapUgAEjyzRmXVgLR1JupA1D9YfArLxdDAjbG_DDZ/w640-h384/1408.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Since we still had some time before dinner, we stopped at the helipad overlooking an orange farm, enjoying the serenity and beauty of the scenery.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG1hGByZFA1GZfGM0GNPFF7J7_2zm6G-0Ngg5K7Q2VTgJHNwJhv4kTWgTXZnKCsYB5mgykkexSgBpup-tgWsfQus9OuvW3fSJSP3bMky3PtAJ9EduZmDcJ2KFJkIm3TJ0odCgkJRV2wM8jHn1XLD2Fbutavxv6ynSyCxThm-TIA8jgZsKEB6wJ5HlwXGbQ/s1200/1409.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG1hGByZFA1GZfGM0GNPFF7J7_2zm6G-0Ngg5K7Q2VTgJHNwJhv4kTWgTXZnKCsYB5mgykkexSgBpup-tgWsfQus9OuvW3fSJSP3bMky3PtAJ9EduZmDcJ2KFJkIm3TJ0odCgkJRV2wM8jHn1XLD2Fbutavxv6ynSyCxThm-TIA8jgZsKEB6wJ5HlwXGbQ/w640-h384/1409.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>A ripple effect occurs when an initial disturbance in a system spreads outward to affect an increasingly larger part of the system... Instead of explaining it in a technical manner, this picture captures it all.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieWaCENOWTgO_DXI6q2P6TR4dPSbuwMBqXwxG21rtgBwGCfk9xHUU3xS4Es0LKGyl2rGuka7zinYYTs3B4WWCbpUoZGtiFhAw6LeMGgP_HM92OC9Ze4BUSrQGDER4Zi2jq65fSJhASAeI-RjRN6ZAf37onAV8ADVo8LhYs1CNGpDtifDpxaAAeQ3U7cRA3/s1200/1410.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieWaCENOWTgO_DXI6q2P6TR4dPSbuwMBqXwxG21rtgBwGCfk9xHUU3xS4Es0LKGyl2rGuka7zinYYTs3B4WWCbpUoZGtiFhAw6LeMGgP_HM92OC9Ze4BUSrQGDER4Zi2jq65fSJhASAeI-RjRN6ZAf37onAV8ADVo8LhYs1CNGpDtifDpxaAAeQ3U7cRA3/w640-h384/1410.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The reflection adds a natural dreamy effect to this photo. Can I call this unfiltered?<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_-56Z1plIUDVsBFxhNr1TyjHni4kBTUG-7_J-3TktcD5ehyphenhyphenr3r-0sjKawc2-52IBpMNdv7St32fJ-zZ_aZjOex96vkBsYbAq68Woh7xp8bQW9ZfbbYK4zfE6W72RqJE-4-93HzFm589MTVcI4FGSe0nT1KT3Ix-pfjZQ-34nTs3-epUB8zSuDp8ygKWxJ/s1200/1411.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_-56Z1plIUDVsBFxhNr1TyjHni4kBTUG-7_J-3TktcD5ehyphenhyphenr3r-0sjKawc2-52IBpMNdv7St32fJ-zZ_aZjOex96vkBsYbAq68Woh7xp8bQW9ZfbbYK4zfE6W72RqJE-4-93HzFm589MTVcI4FGSe0nT1KT3Ix-pfjZQ-34nTs3-epUB8zSuDp8ygKWxJ/w640-h384/1411.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This photo, showing three shadows - myself and two friends from Taiwan, marks the end of another successful birding trip to North Thailand. Hoping for more explorations together in the near future.<br /><p><br /></p></div>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-58756770686890070632024-03-01T13:35:00.004+08:002024-03-01T13:35:55.801+08:00Morning Exploration of Doi San Ju (13/15)<p>Starting early again on Day 4. When we depart from our hotel, the road to Doi San Ju is still completely dark.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQbX8-pKMkAeJktNaDfuVVGspIBwqYSIbZzeOM5XTKxSelP91u64WG30O7qUacilFovtk5X5HZbnF4bHY2Ypix-PZNQNsn9r58ZjjR4z5ZOI7a1AT-en9lqIjKg4qiczMX6ySzS4yJmaVTTLSzdsS49CcvpP67uslvdoUttynWyxd4e93zo_zyA1PgX3Bg/s1200/1301.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQbX8-pKMkAeJktNaDfuVVGspIBwqYSIbZzeOM5XTKxSelP91u64WG30O7qUacilFovtk5X5HZbnF4bHY2Ypix-PZNQNsn9r58ZjjR4z5ZOI7a1AT-en9lqIjKg4qiczMX6ySzS4yJmaVTTLSzdsS49CcvpP67uslvdoUttynWyxd4e93zo_zyA1PgX3Bg/w640-h384/1301.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Upon reaching our designated spot, we hide in camouflage and wait for the sunrise. The sky is clear, allowing us to see numerous stars with our naked eyes.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj77kJsVaTecLmPq7ZOr2rsvNI-mlgIszFo6jNMqBln82hA06aO2-EnfjGghZNqnNhrzf4qljyHvYW7s0WGfegikCX1RHjVuv9x90TCUiMa2Hjo8uNwa3D-ZDkHcBu-P8n7NG9S6erRkpH0JZjlgPGJJfCu1fZNkr6pAd4B-ird_4CuTNT79A0PdgQ7pRGV/s1200/1302.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj77kJsVaTecLmPq7ZOr2rsvNI-mlgIszFo6jNMqBln82hA06aO2-EnfjGghZNqnNhrzf4qljyHvYW7s0WGfegikCX1RHjVuv9x90TCUiMa2Hjo8uNwa3D-ZDkHcBu-P8n7NG9S6erRkpH0JZjlgPGJJfCu1fZNkr6pAd4B-ird_4CuTNT79A0PdgQ7pRGV/w640-h384/1302.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>After about an hour of waiting, our desired birds appear - a group of Mrs. Hume's Pheasants. A male accompanied by around 10 females emerge from the bushes in search of food.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvB8DcC3aG32Ab6FFC0oI5sr8Kpv8N9XwMC-tk5XcRhT9GILueZ3_F1wpm2LTqfx7EOIpfh7SMjw7boSnBVyIUCJGb0EM895NNsCymTjZ6yDkvr9z68pnMS0Yxl9mfQO2NWVZD3I2vtMpB0knC0E3kwNhMd5PmLJfCSh4u140dQceLycNp749HV8KKZZJy/s1200/1303.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvB8DcC3aG32Ab6FFC0oI5sr8Kpv8N9XwMC-tk5XcRhT9GILueZ3_F1wpm2LTqfx7EOIpfh7SMjw7boSnBVyIUCJGb0EM895NNsCymTjZ6yDkvr9z68pnMS0Yxl9mfQO2NWVZD3I2vtMpB0knC0E3kwNhMd5PmLJfCSh4u140dQceLycNp749HV8KKZZJy/w640-h384/1303.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The male seems cautious, briefly retreats into hiding, leaving the females to feed on their own.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxsCTRnik2Lq8QjX40bBQW0lrJfQWvkygEihayWBhJ5rOtYwmAljMluzEeEIOwquKn3gAKURHM0cF6lPNV0d03c6XeLykx7-iX1teQkQUb_ejH9VNS0dlQsBDshlb4rbOieMD5vfjLk0XU8wPM1yAX0mC6-ch6iTTKjyg3pvCB1YWCy1jn8bn-u5jR_RRQ/s1200/1304.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxsCTRnik2Lq8QjX40bBQW0lrJfQWvkygEihayWBhJ5rOtYwmAljMluzEeEIOwquKn3gAKURHM0cF6lPNV0d03c6XeLykx7-iX1teQkQUb_ejH9VNS0dlQsBDshlb4rbOieMD5vfjLk0XU8wPM1yAX0mC6-ch6iTTKjyg3pvCB1YWCy1jn8bn-u5jR_RRQ/w640-h384/1304.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The female pheasant is notably large!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0cKcCywa0Jr5u-FMTxePnPP-CuprLa4h4uElPLADYlOmUPduG3Aaykf8lJXXDiGWndaD6M1zPsCc6ROy_Y0uQNd2je0n-A9911XLkuyYerp34Z2jS_e0MTNtSOHOnpBQphsBwEiCegjKQX_gC7P4u9be20hbW9B6PbKKCBoUulS3gHBeDThdm_nztAM0a/s1200/1305.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0cKcCywa0Jr5u-FMTxePnPP-CuprLa4h4uElPLADYlOmUPduG3Aaykf8lJXXDiGWndaD6M1zPsCc6ROy_Y0uQNd2je0n-A9911XLkuyYerp34Z2jS_e0MTNtSOHOnpBQphsBwEiCegjKQX_gC7P4u9be20hbW9B6PbKKCBoUulS3gHBeDThdm_nztAM0a/w640-h384/1305.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>After an hour, the male reappears briefly before disappearing into the bushes on the other side of the road.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtz__hI_NX4HH0ErbodjNQON7xdwWZrUJoBWtWAECD-e4fIgSEeoU53G7gSi7DXWkVwGzWPSa3MbjxtiLpuTdPSq_xJ0Icawt8dwsVyWxW1K1wVxIxpZk1bG49mlxjftT8t-eopxQt2m_gGoW6s6U4Gi3HLD8q4NhrCMhyphenhyphennsMkwXAqxtkGLjdLb0rLhChX/s1200/1306.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtz__hI_NX4HH0ErbodjNQON7xdwWZrUJoBWtWAECD-e4fIgSEeoU53G7gSi7DXWkVwGzWPSa3MbjxtiLpuTdPSq_xJ0Icawt8dwsVyWxW1K1wVxIxpZk1bG49mlxjftT8t-eopxQt2m_gGoW6s6U4Gi3HLD8q4NhrCMhyphenhyphennsMkwXAqxtkGLjdLb0rLhChX/w640-h384/1306.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Gradually, smaller birds start to show up. I captured many photos of the Japanese Tit during my visit to Hokkaido with snowy background last year.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL_6acNAeWLyHcpfeaHNd40vBjbBuYXQ8uYM0OiklKIt_z-qTB-hRLp18NSQt41uY6FppSUGddN1VNBt3ePAIGe43PenwK4J9G5qt9TBABnX9gkqTXUSxb7Kw2OwFwzgJm2ZAoPor9mQkR9uAFZqGwjwvTDM2BrCcO4Gmlq_xEAyfgB118UIuOxIWTXtQl/s1200/1307.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL_6acNAeWLyHcpfeaHNd40vBjbBuYXQ8uYM0OiklKIt_z-qTB-hRLp18NSQt41uY6FppSUGddN1VNBt3ePAIGe43PenwK4J9G5qt9TBABnX9gkqTXUSxb7Kw2OwFwzgJm2ZAoPor9mQkR9uAFZqGwjwvTDM2BrCcO4Gmlq_xEAyfgB118UIuOxIWTXtQl/w640-h384/1307.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>A flock of Olive-backed Pipits is spotted feeding, following the lead of the Japanese Tit.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig9RhxLaW4ufrBrRKYRw53wH0ReD5ZHcGPsoid81J6XMvfKQcyrPgDXLFUZ5PYTY83ZwpkxGtSYcpuUnq0kq1rA1tasZLvJvLoUir1qbxOKAgiHDPxykOj_tE74BG-byvnruvhljOCRaww2wg7rlfI62PMIIprTbVWaX15XF0qQG0XKkZKhgnPo7zTv3-F/s1200/1308.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig9RhxLaW4ufrBrRKYRw53wH0ReD5ZHcGPsoid81J6XMvfKQcyrPgDXLFUZ5PYTY83ZwpkxGtSYcpuUnq0kq1rA1tasZLvJvLoUir1qbxOKAgiHDPxykOj_tE74BG-byvnruvhljOCRaww2wg7rlfI62PMIIprTbVWaX15XF0qQG0XKkZKhgnPo7zTv3-F/w640-h384/1308.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I have encountered the Grey Bush Chat multiple times since arriving in Northern Thailand a few days ago. As the lighting improves, we keep our camouflage hide and observe the birds along the road in the national park.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBPmCcj3fUVG4auwygnfH6E1jTjCLX7t5URDH8tfaAc7MGAbmPQUEAXTlvG3pfXKy0EZAPGgJqWJFopHr__ydN4ndOIcecOnDF401gzdp1Tw5CtBM9_yB6n4EgjptximUvrkeQE9B1DYCp3VOZleIB81ZLPxa_Bnsjjybp9oMVMs2mqzuzvM2Hy7iSB0zw/s1200/1309.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBPmCcj3fUVG4auwygnfH6E1jTjCLX7t5URDH8tfaAc7MGAbmPQUEAXTlvG3pfXKy0EZAPGgJqWJFopHr__ydN4ndOIcecOnDF401gzdp1Tw5CtBM9_yB6n4EgjptximUvrkeQE9B1DYCp3VOZleIB81ZLPxa_Bnsjjybp9oMVMs2mqzuzvM2Hy7iSB0zw/w640-h384/1309.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Our excitement peaks when we notice something moving up and down a large tree trunk. It turns out to be our next target species - a Hume's Treecreeper.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmY5m3jDYJ2_-VPj0yIjdafhDIla_n0_6TzoMMZos1TifJoo_vBKBAAwYBoQqJ7-r_pimN2l7uw0T49M13iKibSquj134qGnWqTyI3L0ZTQAGMgKqB6G0L88FXJa7hUgky0-4gUTPAAT4lpsPgcZeMKsr5PMBjJJxRPHlP4aHXI8RKQsuGJA5rdPZ1ZnA2/s1200/1310.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmY5m3jDYJ2_-VPj0yIjdafhDIla_n0_6TzoMMZos1TifJoo_vBKBAAwYBoQqJ7-r_pimN2l7uw0T49M13iKibSquj134qGnWqTyI3L0ZTQAGMgKqB6G0L88FXJa7hUgky0-4gUTPAAT4lpsPgcZeMKsr5PMBjJJxRPHlP4aHXI8RKQsuGJA5rdPZ1ZnA2/w640-h384/1310.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We drive around different parts of the national park in hopes of encountering more bird species. Following a call, we come across the Golden Babbler.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIOlkzFti0X1CwjGzdEDwepsN9zHIrsQ6gUO2KbGNM1Hm7v3hwo6QnBh_mEWYU2GGkhHiZIHKmqsMakXttoYwPkAspe4wQpAXTwo9X4mkwH1ke9KGL75sNabpufnxf38eU1LkBmlUGlEEUl-tE_vcbVXyTCYitKt46M1aQ8CRib099It07IlsiRqGsPmQQ/s1200/1311.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIOlkzFti0X1CwjGzdEDwepsN9zHIrsQ6gUO2KbGNM1Hm7v3hwo6QnBh_mEWYU2GGkhHiZIHKmqsMakXttoYwPkAspe4wQpAXTwo9X4mkwH1ke9KGL75sNabpufnxf38eU1LkBmlUGlEEUl-tE_vcbVXyTCYitKt46M1aQ8CRib099It07IlsiRqGsPmQQ/w640-h384/1311.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>In the same area, we find the White-spectacled Warbler.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdgbYCFU7z-nnhIVp1k8SWImenY8p1o306DYodboFayWWfodIPBNVg4aPsp55izK0YM-36ujFXy1Wq8Tx2t9SXZ5EzzVhBd3vkGQu-Y5svIXbX-wtJ4AXmjMLVkAkNzSHKRq-OA8Rp-OpUWBbj5YKL0sbrx16dHjrgmCKMArb6q_k_9CNIgQN61_pP_rFB/s1200/1312.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The Grey Bush Chat shows no fear of the foreign object I place for my macro shot. I am eager to explore other parts of the national park in search of more bird species on the final day of our trip.<br /><p><br /></p></div>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-70408543409686588782024-02-29T10:59:00.002+08:002024-02-29T10:59:34.350+08:00Birding at Doi Angkhang (12/15)<p> As I walked towards my friends, I noticed numerous small birds feeding on the tree.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4xBzYSiFYYw1QB4m_Y4f1LlLaqaEJ7Rj95sDoZPw9-LAoAwB-iuoMDeARjBnDlxku8JNpEkaEhWxnjKvOBArzrI3MCNAHXdrvxU_27qhJz8ZWX1zenUKMT9t2a3IMDfkTz_loEM6co6BFMfU2zUsylkphS6jV_vOXjOhC0mPaa26-3jNGl_MLo-Op6A3e/s5568/1201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4xBzYSiFYYw1QB4m_Y4f1LlLaqaEJ7Rj95sDoZPw9-LAoAwB-iuoMDeARjBnDlxku8JNpEkaEhWxnjKvOBArzrI3MCNAHXdrvxU_27qhJz8ZWX1zenUKMT9t2a3IMDfkTz_loEM6co6BFMfU2zUsylkphS6jV_vOXjOhC0mPaa26-3jNGl_MLo-Op6A3e/w640-h426/1201.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I caught sight of a whiteeye but haven't had a good look at it yet. They are small but move very quickly from one tree branch to another.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismFh-usP7KrsYFwJzXB2COzw4npd990glLNUpapJYapFzu6UeoBOA58O9BMIH7JBhtAHX1rG8ALgGDS9UwiZnfBr72p5r2D-LuwGg4psLTlXjT363V6tvVZtAWXKDpYJL-t5ip51IuG3Yl-aGvROvxZXhZIppOJl7oAeeRvQvuF6VD4Y4sGDfS8-oPSTH/s5568/1202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEismFh-usP7KrsYFwJzXB2COzw4npd990glLNUpapJYapFzu6UeoBOA58O9BMIH7JBhtAHX1rG8ALgGDS9UwiZnfBr72p5r2D-LuwGg4psLTlXjT363V6tvVZtAWXKDpYJL-t5ip51IuG3Yl-aGvROvxZXhZIppOJl7oAeeRvQvuF6VD4Y4sGDfS8-oPSTH/w640-h426/1202.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>It landed right above me.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhInbZbpabYUBLqqE8w3d79go4ovJsgLTQOiAjQw59WYWmwwUS5gwPD30Kryiaml5_pQB0Xl_JT1wAau5J5k5ooaeg1jRxXvEo6I-WkeF7ZyvTCvlRdwgPTiAOq2GLX9rZtivhE4wnWql3AJ7pUdb3eVj7VvWolLI3eDuWiL105ERS1TL8JtCs9DkIZMaOE/s5568/1203.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhInbZbpabYUBLqqE8w3d79go4ovJsgLTQOiAjQw59WYWmwwUS5gwPD30Kryiaml5_pQB0Xl_JT1wAau5J5k5ooaeg1jRxXvEo6I-WkeF7ZyvTCvlRdwgPTiAOq2GLX9rZtivhE4wnWql3AJ7pUdb3eVj7VvWolLI3eDuWiL105ERS1TL8JtCs9DkIZMaOE/w640-h426/1203.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>By following its movements, I was finally able to capture a better photo of these Indian Whiteeyes.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkzEMnDvvZM0gmb2a68ntr9hWucqY1kJy5bxSQj_1bt2f9-suqxvh5YWw1roZkHdK9ojaRUkWEkBt6A9cqUhLwl22MN0VmZVfOJProhJOAkIx7rm9AMjU1mj6uAfrCZDLEVwqAyLvgVH_hu3zWWyYobMkdU-KnC0hOsp9v1T2x67cKm9YPQuBAFdqYkUSO/s5568/1204.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkzEMnDvvZM0gmb2a68ntr9hWucqY1kJy5bxSQj_1bt2f9-suqxvh5YWw1roZkHdK9ojaRUkWEkBt6A9cqUhLwl22MN0VmZVfOJProhJOAkIx7rm9AMjU1mj6uAfrCZDLEVwqAyLvgVH_hu3zWWyYobMkdU-KnC0hOsp9v1T2x67cKm9YPQuBAFdqYkUSO/w640-h426/1204.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I caught a glimpse of a Silver-eared Mesia before it disappeared from my view.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQJRkKCmXQZapRsPS5gy8We1y76q4dQC6-AA9MytO22y6ZzBtu59IYmzFYF8ybP1_6cqMWYX5QMWin24lfFGC3q3Fos3Y76d2X0wnQjkS1e8kiKKslo2SPEvMYKoSDnpVCWOrQT9I1UaAw1WpiSZqkyMD9aNi8o-eKUSDsBsnln_jIuggNBkc3Bz218TQc/s5568/1205.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQJRkKCmXQZapRsPS5gy8We1y76q4dQC6-AA9MytO22y6ZzBtu59IYmzFYF8ybP1_6cqMWYX5QMWin24lfFGC3q3Fos3Y76d2X0wnQjkS1e8kiKKslo2SPEvMYKoSDnpVCWOrQT9I1UaAw1WpiSZqkyMD9aNi8o-eKUSDsBsnln_jIuggNBkc3Bz218TQc/w640-h426/1205.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>There are just too many of them, making it difficult to focus on one and get a clear shot.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitnrcLVnwoWpwPNVJcGG_OV-DtAG0nbvhCPLo2jvPxPfsyEXV440i3qZF1-_1oM-qEDOSKhob3uOBY-mYjeB2JbDo5sGo5tiEjEAzOIWcCEOGSqDJ0nE1jCYHJPXyi2Q0o-WNPpUSItwhTKi7XlRuRb9m-ricdQ_cErhmk4Bh9cFNuNGQKQ8ZOwSptrOog/s5568/1206.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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There are no Green Tailed Sunbird here. They are only be found at Doi Inthanon.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJjywyPzQnPlf79y4fkFuHmDGthocMouIWSVFMyZzhhYC0XCgDC2d-jRD32tqMGGdT5Ou1isXMOhKJsdJyyAdM1YDeiXBCKnDkVHE0L28U4-w7ycahIzPY9uD5SJk4Ijj3sssfGquhc9q0bxlLF6LlaRTS6HlQ9WyJCGbYOgn7lWTXRaacyFF5w8pHLen/s5568/1209.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJjywyPzQnPlf79y4fkFuHmDGthocMouIWSVFMyZzhhYC0XCgDC2d-jRD32tqMGGdT5Ou1isXMOhKJsdJyyAdM1YDeiXBCKnDkVHE0L28U4-w7ycahIzPY9uD5SJk4Ijj3sssfGquhc9q0bxlLF6LlaRTS6HlQ9WyJCGbYOgn7lWTXRaacyFF5w8pHLen/w640-h426/1209.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I have been observing the Grey Backed Shrike, and this is the first time I've seen a Long-tailed Shrike on this trip.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrgt352PcTeUFCma_7DgEsa9Xo8pYM0wueXV8az0msfrnxfcDnU2w5CR-PDtEPBAYmBHQ8DZSlNZ7_qmBXVbiCkcXXtNg2l8BtMWxTIEB1U4yvdoQ2OZqQCvfg8fvBlhw_PIR2Zu9QIYhWwoi64CJC9IVEYFa_WWupfK4UNoNUEjXPLtP2JcDATEpWXaan/s5568/1210.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrgt352PcTeUFCma_7DgEsa9Xo8pYM0wueXV8az0msfrnxfcDnU2w5CR-PDtEPBAYmBHQ8DZSlNZ7_qmBXVbiCkcXXtNg2l8BtMWxTIEB1U4yvdoQ2OZqQCvfg8fvBlhw_PIR2Zu9QIYhWwoi64CJC9IVEYFa_WWupfK4UNoNUEjXPLtP2JcDATEpWXaan/w640-h426/1210.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We spotted a few Black-breasted Thrushes foraging for food near a rubbish dumping area.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF1EfRsXpmOwlOLQ_RktRPu-g55rFHOkrwqMR5Q37r6lj-VBKcWsGYU8Oif3GXPe9yKisDvXDHXE6iF7YFf8ir3S4FnGc4CweLxPX4yfzopZNk51WR0ZSVTSkuqA0nrV_e6skXJ1Wv4fmtM3NDUOpFJCHqRooePzYlFZESmpkX1HBR37btPVZY-6LRTorf/s5568/1211.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF1EfRsXpmOwlOLQ_RktRPu-g55rFHOkrwqMR5Q37r6lj-VBKcWsGYU8Oif3GXPe9yKisDvXDHXE6iF7YFf8ir3S4FnGc4CweLxPX4yfzopZNk51WR0ZSVTSkuqA0nrV_e6skXJ1Wv4fmtM3NDUOpFJCHqRooePzYlFZESmpkX1HBR37btPVZY-6LRTorf/w640-h426/1211.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>As we descended from Doi Angkhang, we spotted a Hill Prinia.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikeDNzOZ1cxJULNMwKA2yZPPjCb4tP8z8NwZzzb4uOg6jE31vBoKL2FZCitot8keEPH3aX_BEUWMsJz9DWyFI9s_ZqxgkF0eRYsVSyRSa_aAzmq3JEHqrvp7uyp4AbiTJchqciXKs-FlJ1ppxTI3-lboxd8JupuFw8KcZK0mQftLZZxiI6R45MfGhBuUM3/s5568/1212.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikeDNzOZ1cxJULNMwKA2yZPPjCb4tP8z8NwZzzb4uOg6jE31vBoKL2FZCitot8keEPH3aX_BEUWMsJz9DWyFI9s_ZqxgkF0eRYsVSyRSa_aAzmq3JEHqrvp7uyp4AbiTJchqciXKs-FlJ1ppxTI3-lboxd8JupuFw8KcZK0mQftLZZxiI6R45MfGhBuUM3/w640-h426/1212.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Just before the sun set, we were able to see another standout bird of the day, a Spot-breasted Parrotbill. With so many great sightings, it's time to head to Fang for our overnight accommodation.<br /><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-30598782886497493672024-02-28T09:59:00.004+08:002024-02-28T09:59:32.770+08:00Flower Mania at Doi Angkhang (11/14)<p> After leaving the hotel, we headed to Doi Angkhang for our next birdwatching destination.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq1cR2tniw6bV1TtuzPi8UkAvwanlnWm0ILySTqPgMM4Kz_2PbWXJLoBolEp-wo-WFJo3fKA4jlmM8hRfU27nEJ03l7E3gUCNTiFITPeaE69X9vTV9AyEBtS2FzCCqaS4DsAQOgOOZJDYyZ3K6h-RTjFWaHFDPPunbMZ10Q8ZSQfAxjuIE3A24ykpnTn0X/s1200/1101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq1cR2tniw6bV1TtuzPi8UkAvwanlnWm0ILySTqPgMM4Kz_2PbWXJLoBolEp-wo-WFJo3fKA4jlmM8hRfU27nEJ03l7E3gUCNTiFITPeaE69X9vTV9AyEBtS2FzCCqaS4DsAQOgOOZJDYyZ3K6h-RTjFWaHFDPPunbMZ10Q8ZSQfAxjuIE3A24ykpnTn0X/w640-h384/1101.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The Lunar New Year is approaching, and the locals have adorned the area with festive decorations.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGWWya0tudrVGMlH7dbq2aTiuVpWB-5jsQKG3IiCaS_IuRTsCdmlSheC4TjvXR1PJp1VJSoy8yDZQpI1TxwMhxWUGguj09wW4lOyzVDoUANRfIeRvwt0lb3fAPP7iW64JDv_xeCSpGufczjdPnSByqY5l07TgG2qUfAUm11zGTiwIAFO4xpICL-653ZSN7/s1200/1102.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGWWya0tudrVGMlH7dbq2aTiuVpWB-5jsQKG3IiCaS_IuRTsCdmlSheC4TjvXR1PJp1VJSoy8yDZQpI1TxwMhxWUGguj09wW4lOyzVDoUANRfIeRvwt0lb3fAPP7iW64JDv_xeCSpGufczjdPnSByqY5l07TgG2qUfAUm11zGTiwIAFO4xpICL-653ZSN7/w640-h384/1102.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The village was adorned with numerous red lanterns.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgISm40ZGkYEOdBVmi7gEShhY5VPGZzztPczH5f1_CmEFIUVofPJX2eI4fX259PwkW4gz-GMsG9_Vj9hvUa2eTAsq_M5hdtLzYHPomiodVDwvX53IEJxcJ3IyvTvoM66V4IzouVMBFvWoRxzRfhfY9ZFHLiJP3DpOL0sA9-9c4dgSXDuPTpsfwgy3Ia2X7T/s1200/1103.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgISm40ZGkYEOdBVmi7gEShhY5VPGZzztPczH5f1_CmEFIUVofPJX2eI4fX259PwkW4gz-GMsG9_Vj9hvUa2eTAsq_M5hdtLzYHPomiodVDwvX53IEJxcJ3IyvTvoM66V4IzouVMBFvWoRxzRfhfY9ZFHLiJP3DpOL0sA9-9c4dgSXDuPTpsfwgy3Ia2X7T/w640-h384/1103.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We went to the Royal Project cafe for lunch. We finished our meal quickly and were eager to explore the garden filled with various flowers.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPyHIQm_8BpLpMKijHjArh5_dYeJMIusn-xHjjw33GQ0n_W-HRMJB4LHzTL2r2_4xzZNlz-wwDu4lFmlxThnPw4sv-cEvELEjm68G7SMkInEkFLqZVqpCci4oLIpDBV-1ne_Vd-EzsrQv05CkRO19o35ansRQCWXkb5wXcQqXFwXSWaPYg5ZVW0Lso7by_/s1200/1104.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPyHIQm_8BpLpMKijHjArh5_dYeJMIusn-xHjjw33GQ0n_W-HRMJB4LHzTL2r2_4xzZNlz-wwDu4lFmlxThnPw4sv-cEvELEjm68G7SMkInEkFLqZVqpCci4oLIpDBV-1ne_Vd-EzsrQv05CkRO19o35ansRQCWXkb5wXcQqXFwXSWaPYg5ZVW0Lso7by_/w640-h384/1104.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The entire area was covered with Chamomile flowers!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjObHqAaxsBuKFtxlyBWYS2d_5vXlAjd7Ik3LCxKK7f1oWaBChko7P4LXAdCrhPoZDfBFdaI2o9gZ0Smj0wwb4ze4Dj23_KivbDxaT6yUn8wDDH8keK6OqC7Ez9F6v82vvA-f3oDS59sLSPUYmQ7Q-Xx2O6EgeipROjRnS5vp4_RFhRml3DWTQo_LX9ZHAF/s1200/1105.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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It seems like they have already spotted some interesting birds.<br /><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-70113175708216062232024-02-27T09:54:00.003+08:002024-02-28T09:59:53.417+08:00The Elusive Blossom Headed Parakeet (10/14)<p>We started Day 3 of our trip to Northern Thailand early once again. We chose to go to the base of Doi Inthanon to try to spot the elusive Blossom Headed Parakeet.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBflBSEa7M4RoW3EFR6KOsOMErWr3F2pLmlYRankRHFk466bxpfdaoN0wGLsvu9UJcGatMq7gKVOgMktVrpP9qbxh2UbjLrZywYRsJ5k0ca9ZQgpwHW2d2XfIDna-KHaTr8aA9m3th8s3ddTjUfbZ3KzOS5l4kkDOnqqWfM7AAg-UIEX07OP01w9-gi5iL/s1200/1000.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBflBSEa7M4RoW3EFR6KOsOMErWr3F2pLmlYRankRHFk466bxpfdaoN0wGLsvu9UJcGatMq7gKVOgMktVrpP9qbxh2UbjLrZywYRsJ5k0ca9ZQgpwHW2d2XfIDna-KHaTr8aA9m3th8s3ddTjUfbZ3KzOS5l4kkDOnqqWfM7AAg-UIEX07OP01w9-gi5iL/w640-h384/1000.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We reached a privately owned bird watching tower at the base of Doi Inthanon just in time to witness the sunrise.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaO-YFQ8xpjAATn8ooWFEiqZF62QvU6RNIVIadjcu1q5au_INq3hZe-8HxCkkX236FyDqF6D9fO8hekRPXj0CSKEY6Och8QeOoa6yTh7pGnz3ZSlTkDanDn7AyZbYsaBkEDshJE9ZRjCv5Qf8V5Sh6zgpAWlmP1_cE-doL5v9MkREeKyVxWyWRQXZoPGXX/s1200/1001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaO-YFQ8xpjAATn8ooWFEiqZF62QvU6RNIVIadjcu1q5au_INq3hZe-8HxCkkX236FyDqF6D9fO8hekRPXj0CSKEY6Och8QeOoa6yTh7pGnz3ZSlTkDanDn7AyZbYsaBkEDshJE9ZRjCv5Qf8V5Sh6zgpAWlmP1_cE-doL5v9MkREeKyVxWyWRQXZoPGXX/w640-h384/1001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We observed several Green peafowl flying down from the hill. Since it was still dark, we couldn't capture a clear photo of them.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4R_4y5lIVZ2AS3FhaerxHfuJhh65p6nYzspNsMRBlIkmG-QbvLDWU4wT1DSuWbeLuqrJYWwcY9SLmapRXoqB2hHQWxSNep9gict7sqmE3udYG6AXS6SLbtzfudAkjonvlnUNDgitYqg9rr9PJouRsjqBSpjEMVEeleJmFc4F9qPYGvoiYwFxMYnvSKSWb/s1200/1002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4R_4y5lIVZ2AS3FhaerxHfuJhh65p6nYzspNsMRBlIkmG-QbvLDWU4wT1DSuWbeLuqrJYWwcY9SLmapRXoqB2hHQWxSNep9gict7sqmE3udYG6AXS6SLbtzfudAkjonvlnUNDgitYqg9rr9PJouRsjqBSpjEMVEeleJmFc4F9qPYGvoiYwFxMYnvSKSWb/w640-h384/1002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Red-whiskered bulbuls were some of the first birds we saw.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgApCOQv7AHT4PprlNNRzv4xin_Cz-eiivkSJZohbSMxb-gv5QIH31p0ZeBXtVnA_Z5tEbEiFRzd2TIKc_VGnt4h-wj2gE3nwMyLElbdBQncgONtXYXm27UFSgc7hnwPFlZf9lI-CX5uaHqkSj0gxr-4fCV4MFwo3cFhyphenhyphenwL1ebsCQ-pgKkCJB3qgC7KUctR/s1200/1003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgApCOQv7AHT4PprlNNRzv4xin_Cz-eiivkSJZohbSMxb-gv5QIH31p0ZeBXtVnA_Z5tEbEiFRzd2TIKc_VGnt4h-wj2gE3nwMyLElbdBQncgONtXYXm27UFSgc7hnwPFlZf9lI-CX5uaHqkSj0gxr-4fCV4MFwo3cFhyphenhyphenwL1ebsCQ-pgKkCJB3qgC7KUctR/w640-h384/1003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Following the Red-whiskered bulbuls were the Sooty-headed bulbuls.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVRrG5rutFWpKQjb_mCjF65AlItyYJ2Q3HpS1IMZiaoT-l34AFY-BbB7Z-wLg5SXi9c1u0wGK-pYxmnZ1jtmYutJAuMJX-V4UkU0hj0Pblu-8quIJi96FTwzX4pYU7oMt1bhJE1iXdPpHSBpt_5pRd_230KgPH_qycVrEvEBXt98y7jbKroMiVI4zTGkP1/s1200/1004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVRrG5rutFWpKQjb_mCjF65AlItyYJ2Q3HpS1IMZiaoT-l34AFY-BbB7Z-wLg5SXi9c1u0wGK-pYxmnZ1jtmYutJAuMJX-V4UkU0hj0Pblu-8quIJi96FTwzX4pYU7oMt1bhJE1iXdPpHSBpt_5pRd_230KgPH_qycVrEvEBXt98y7jbKroMiVI4zTGkP1/w640-h384/1004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We heard the call of a Lineated Barbet but had difficulty locating it. After some time, we finally managed to spot it hiding behind a tree branch.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvgVJbpRVOq79nyLI0fHgsnbk_3y5iEYYIopBGvO2alw2aRxaGoHF4ocHDU5LXne-cdocKcL1JyT0U5OUBHPYg8I3Yf2u4jl2IdhWXT8Eg89_I6W63Oy_Ebsstau-cvfiPwevwc0L2CAyhak2yF081-EHanrqbfhtqHnnJuNASv69VY8yrzFOCNBcU9R5y/s1200/1005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvgVJbpRVOq79nyLI0fHgsnbk_3y5iEYYIopBGvO2alw2aRxaGoHF4ocHDU5LXne-cdocKcL1JyT0U5OUBHPYg8I3Yf2u4jl2IdhWXT8Eg89_I6W63Oy_Ebsstau-cvfiPwevwc0L2CAyhak2yF081-EHanrqbfhtqHnnJuNASv69VY8yrzFOCNBcU9R5y/w640-h384/1005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>As more and more birds joined the flock, we had a variety of options for bird photography. I chose to focus my camera on a Golden Fronted Leafbird.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYVt1rGE2cKWyEvEg1iWR8Xgg_xYZvjmBtEDnJh34OKlDhXXzLmXi_g9XmuBeRcxtRQ8mzNDRFrU6dvum-8krk-X49PSv9H1uqW9pOCjEvhawQ6XFPWkqduINjuh4XvzCLqfzASaVKJnOwRil_7qqaVGUw4CT4gRcz5-OdJE0HN3vCuyn-Mvrll4AVPRo4/s1200/1006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYVt1rGE2cKWyEvEg1iWR8Xgg_xYZvjmBtEDnJh34OKlDhXXzLmXi_g9XmuBeRcxtRQ8mzNDRFrU6dvum-8krk-X49PSv9H1uqW9pOCjEvhawQ6XFPWkqduINjuh4XvzCLqfzASaVKJnOwRil_7qqaVGUw4CT4gRcz5-OdJE0HN3vCuyn-Mvrll4AVPRo4/w640-h384/1006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We were able to see the true color of the Purple sunbird, which usually appears black without direct sunlight.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZc7IMfDJ1cZgJ-CwaK4ZVcDPgKUoH1-_C_6DE1WjZkYccEMXzHCWJzi5tcFHPfZhDQm0L84XlBUdIStHFZ5lOwNlHqfsU1H06AlaZTduGKjc_QnN53lITZ5p1qx6tgH3DdqYAF2ZGobBSk4xRm4IdkqEx_asBqjlkToPcR8TLFFBopy2ZVpp0IDCGHG8U/s1200/1007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZc7IMfDJ1cZgJ-CwaK4ZVcDPgKUoH1-_C_6DE1WjZkYccEMXzHCWJzi5tcFHPfZhDQm0L84XlBUdIStHFZ5lOwNlHqfsU1H06AlaZTduGKjc_QnN53lITZ5p1qx6tgH3DdqYAF2ZGobBSk4xRm4IdkqEx_asBqjlkToPcR8TLFFBopy2ZVpp0IDCGHG8U/w640-h384/1007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>A frontal view of the Purple sunbird.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVuYhY-QbpxbH-u6it2drpNSKM0_C4VY7ZMmjrU7GNvwp_IhSEiLffL0QGcsQBCaOahToYMh9XZIZJ-r4isYvp-j3WYcFi_98VuUPjkNGEgJYFjiTtBCYIrHpQ3orpDsxHoMaoclZCU-oXq44t6ro1hVewso87o62kpKjz-vPX8pg-RcH2kZAh1LtqCS1g/s1200/1007b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVuYhY-QbpxbH-u6it2drpNSKM0_C4VY7ZMmjrU7GNvwp_IhSEiLffL0QGcsQBCaOahToYMh9XZIZJ-r4isYvp-j3WYcFi_98VuUPjkNGEgJYFjiTtBCYIrHpQ3orpDsxHoMaoclZCU-oXq44t6ro1hVewso87o62kpKjz-vPX8pg-RcH2kZAh1LtqCS1g/w640-h384/1007b.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Although Purple sunbirds are small, they can be quite aggressive when it comes to food, as we witnessed one chasing away a female Brown-throated sunbird.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyl-jgPh4vgFjuFJ7Gy9m-Af6Mv4KjnbDE4B3d_OfRde4U0NhYDJRVQF12N6DWoBazircJGcfRkrY3KJEpMYAprNInrLXm6srsp46lC00ot5uk9xmQsMMypi_2A9W0y4WPYu7j2YZeUqMpOnmiEmILlRMsyRBGAQytUr1Uob1k8p0ja8x30rCESszy6V6n/s1200/1008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyl-jgPh4vgFjuFJ7Gy9m-Af6Mv4KjnbDE4B3d_OfRde4U0NhYDJRVQF12N6DWoBazircJGcfRkrY3KJEpMYAprNInrLXm6srsp46lC00ot5uk9xmQsMMypi_2A9W0y4WPYu7j2YZeUqMpOnmiEmILlRMsyRBGAQytUr1Uob1k8p0ja8x30rCESszy6V6n/w640-h384/1008.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>A male Brown-throated Sunbird was also spotted feeding on the same tree.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibfTmoyPjiczmRvwYIeMZFan_hRf0-g-XY-CBJGJxHCc4_RrPrBQg_fVjCN9Ytn4eWMtkBn5ViEnPEi6w4dXuu2qIrzCS6jDv9LKYKI3Fee6-ZoTlrfpfymCblCEyQ-C28DuB0TsEIzHdRvPn3RO-tz7R2OWMHQv9XdRBsTZWaCN-1zFqYzZE-fpNhxrD7/s1200/1009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibfTmoyPjiczmRvwYIeMZFan_hRf0-g-XY-CBJGJxHCc4_RrPrBQg_fVjCN9Ytn4eWMtkBn5ViEnPEi6w4dXuu2qIrzCS6jDv9LKYKI3Fee6-ZoTlrfpfymCblCEyQ-C28DuB0TsEIzHdRvPn3RO-tz7R2OWMHQv9XdRBsTZWaCN-1zFqYzZE-fpNhxrD7/w640-h384/1009.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>With the sun warming up, we saw an Oriental Honey Buzzard soaring with the thermals.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAMJmdqVac6hmPDJNOtC5ByrbhhY82_k-eWMkwsHhs_9-LC0LFd80cTJhpCf7Fypr3Blz43950NxPHxEGtFiw-o0pLaXpXx0OIxJKOrh_fjFEwAEZ9HpgBDG48Larum4UJbE1UZdnSG8cwu_-IPNQ1R1r6q6F95WPDm4BdXIi1SMbO9uZizdcZ1OnRAusz/s1200/1010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAMJmdqVac6hmPDJNOtC5ByrbhhY82_k-eWMkwsHhs_9-LC0LFd80cTJhpCf7Fypr3Blz43950NxPHxEGtFiw-o0pLaXpXx0OIxJKOrh_fjFEwAEZ9HpgBDG48Larum4UJbE1UZdnSG8cwu_-IPNQ1R1r6q6F95WPDm4BdXIi1SMbO9uZizdcZ1OnRAusz/w640-h384/1010.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>A Red-billed Blue Magpie was also spotted hunting for food.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdOQX1xa92CWhm5W33GZ49Aa99YSjjGCE9sse5nAW3Lvp9ZEsyAt85L9y0kjzSU84NWgTctFgp2SgvG_4tahhn7gT7K31-JiaTQIz7IVl3RpkP8lJV5M7AqyZP3i7O1nyPK1jFW9uG4aru92ATwrz_mVmKqM0IlWaQqqdeUT0HXpAW_lgTHLufz-uIddJA/s1200/1011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdOQX1xa92CWhm5W33GZ49Aa99YSjjGCE9sse5nAW3Lvp9ZEsyAt85L9y0kjzSU84NWgTctFgp2SgvG_4tahhn7gT7K31-JiaTQIz7IVl3RpkP8lJV5M7AqyZP3i7O1nyPK1jFW9uG4aru92ATwrz_mVmKqM0IlWaQqqdeUT0HXpAW_lgTHLufz-uIddJA/w640-h384/1011.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We had seen many striped squirrels since our arrival, but due to the low light, we couldn't get a good shot. As the lighting improved, we were able to observe them better. However, I am unsure if they were Western striped squirrels or the closely related Cambodian Striped Squirrel.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_jFW4SV9geP4eES0Y7ZiDCFRBRdQVBmejzl6AXk7OL_0AzPPvKgDTbxxBs0hQLTnG7VKHJH2rMyGs8gKSfDOsEKnQ4Lf7zd90jsko1HqAtLFecxTg_4zNjj7SOm9N1vF9_GmA6qGWgx47hwycTgJ73ks5PLJiC4qpQIKsb5WzpUS3KniKb_2mrBBKWrAM/s1200/1012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_jFW4SV9geP4eES0Y7ZiDCFRBRdQVBmejzl6AXk7OL_0AzPPvKgDTbxxBs0hQLTnG7VKHJH2rMyGs8gKSfDOsEKnQ4Lf7zd90jsko1HqAtLFecxTg_4zNjj7SOm9N1vF9_GmA6qGWgx47hwycTgJ73ks5PLJiC4qpQIKsb5WzpUS3KniKb_2mrBBKWrAM/w640-h384/1012.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I almost forgot to take a photo of an Ashy Drongo, as I was distracted by the many bird activities happening simultaneously.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFh5MELM061N1qcIpnwwNdokqsecw3h3yZ4oUOdpJWMzf4iBeMfyZu6WwsQ7rUThx6SJGslFGrJ0WX3F5leMOwB1hvlN_hHy5JPTrvOhsJmAmhn7e-uPTOHW3o6GNZldWJulbDEKuBV72UzDHfoFtpXVjfyBx1kUpuEwwEk3BxIJz39XVrIo9N6T6h5Qrr/s1200/1014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFh5MELM061N1qcIpnwwNdokqsecw3h3yZ4oUOdpJWMzf4iBeMfyZu6WwsQ7rUThx6SJGslFGrJ0WX3F5leMOwB1hvlN_hHy5JPTrvOhsJmAmhn7e-uPTOHW3o6GNZldWJulbDEKuBV72UzDHfoFtpXVjfyBx1kUpuEwwEk3BxIJz39XVrIo9N6T6h5Qrr/w640-h384/1014.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Finally, our main target appeared, albeit for just a few seconds - the Blossom-headed parakeet. With our target spotted, it was time to return and check out of our hotel.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMZuWt5NQICaSawriXrDhybZns0hWpirkq862LjEnoEAlA-CG5B82_QF0I0AQfc9ahrJFqgS6Q3WGQlqE5ZQLzah9ZYlj-JmNgFVZNQyVWzUQ0G75QSGwsNjtUHaZMddYOq4MmxAKU7r_HwmPvYA44axCCgkJHs2mzoN204dsa77tW6LT109dLjN9xR7B-/s1200/1015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMZuWt5NQICaSawriXrDhybZns0hWpirkq862LjEnoEAlA-CG5B82_QF0I0AQfc9ahrJFqgS6Q3WGQlqE5ZQLzah9ZYlj-JmNgFVZNQyVWzUQ0G75QSGwsNjtUHaZMddYOq4MmxAKU7r_HwmPvYA44axCCgkJHs2mzoN204dsa77tW6LT109dLjN9xR7B-/w640-h384/1015.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>While traveling, we paused near a blossoming tree and saw some Chestnut-tailed Starling.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihLzECjLYG4-xn39saKaSuwZ9Kt6cdu3206WVRKtoY455yd6rAgBaphxDSwoA_iD8w3Zf1ypI5XDWu1tOEo9S202FPq8J7aL_ml8csF0ZBOOuugDBHvsf9AjngaDYR7syRiu8PYHC0L3twGbSJapg_SuXzfTPNpm5UH6edhIXT7scsvMsh_v_CYUkKYWqc/s1200/1016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgTnDloPXXuGqvWQMpgXQR9sB-cBBr-n87nZK2qnEEfnLpBucRJVnt6BVTWMNPCxgavHK5MUG5foiCpxJ7OrilG0mJp6vIsYKsRyjTNeMxf92vyRWOrYlHhm54eWd2tcE-aOl-AZDD4Bw-vxDrmjo3_O518i2K5XDhGb-hNlSIZQw5Rpo9mJREyq3yNhzb/s1200/9001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgTnDloPXXuGqvWQMpgXQR9sB-cBBr-n87nZK2qnEEfnLpBucRJVnt6BVTWMNPCxgavHK5MUG5foiCpxJ7OrilG0mJp6vIsYKsRyjTNeMxf92vyRWOrYlHhm54eWd2tcE-aOl-AZDD4Bw-vxDrmjo3_O518i2K5XDhGb-hNlSIZQw5Rpo9mJREyq3yNhzb/w640-h384/9001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Right after we leave the parking lot, we are greeted by the call of the Mountain Bulbul.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjnC7yi2gdr3Y8_w6xlDLcfgJqEfF6LVAsv8hEKqZIkcaRnPcP-cAWGVYk7SHQp9An1_4OIhq66lueeD2NqyEsnK60cEMbwrmNBHKdK2q3fhI027df7cwwXQvGAWfY7Wbwe88bgLX9zedPhlUdbkLtcLsKN5Niqs3P2SqQ0cw9nwmvF52sQT1P_3w7wqD_/s1200/9002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjnC7yi2gdr3Y8_w6xlDLcfgJqEfF6LVAsv8hEKqZIkcaRnPcP-cAWGVYk7SHQp9An1_4OIhq66lueeD2NqyEsnK60cEMbwrmNBHKdK2q3fhI027df7cwwXQvGAWfY7Wbwe88bgLX9zedPhlUdbkLtcLsKN5Niqs3P2SqQ0cw9nwmvF52sQT1P_3w7wqD_/w640-h384/9002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><span data-tt="{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1}}" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">It seems like our luck is on our side today, as we were really hoping to spot the Yellow Cheeked Tit, and our wish has been granted. We saw the male bird with its bright yellow color and dark breast.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNrwdjhpXEsLMRgCiVIa7mtST6SEFkLLd7hFRsTGtOLmwdDv4-Gku8e_k6tbwtnjL9AHWYlca43tit5-_rZN1-7JRUKid2vMDcwsy-PAvvVI6mMTe2Enw0l3bnM6dqdszUi0eyle6-e4M9lJKJoabkeYZw5P4jF5eiNu5xjC2uzNmNEf9IT8wBFvuE-O3f/s1200/9003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNrwdjhpXEsLMRgCiVIa7mtST6SEFkLLd7hFRsTGtOLmwdDv4-Gku8e_k6tbwtnjL9AHWYlca43tit5-_rZN1-7JRUKid2vMDcwsy-PAvvVI6mMTe2Enw0l3bnM6dqdszUi0eyle6-e4M9lJKJoabkeYZw5P4jF5eiNu5xjC2uzNmNEf9IT8wBFvuE-O3f/w640-h384/9003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The female Yellow Cheeked Tit also made an appearance.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqGlZrxqBx-KvfrRQalkED4FsoxTGYy7YlMAVr0sjF_YXMJGQvKentN_daJBm0FUzjbegiKFmUVpvjRm71BAq5zwd-1Tt4mSgtJ1R223OQcFf7vvSIDqGERQ_zntyiR5s9bWG81dbedE7HNUgJlCVVCto0nMH2r_DhGbNvc1Ue2-AubhKYmYKx7mBIHwau/s1200/9004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqGlZrxqBx-KvfrRQalkED4FsoxTGYy7YlMAVr0sjF_YXMJGQvKentN_daJBm0FUzjbegiKFmUVpvjRm71BAq5zwd-1Tt4mSgtJ1R223OQcFf7vvSIDqGERQ_zntyiR5s9bWG81dbedE7HNUgJlCVVCto0nMH2r_DhGbNvc1Ue2-AubhKYmYKx7mBIHwau/w640-h384/9004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>While walking along the viewpoint, the Dark-backed Sibia once again posed nicely for my camera.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilrmTwjiarXAU4g6r8y1-2-luck6t5kC2zQFkLFxOEBM-yoJR2QzHESqaXpxf49BqTS-yQCm9d57tcxPLIqzRQYjxxFXYx1cDzuaRRoQDnGLkKK7gv0_9ceQlEQG8PmAV_c5pfooWQwGiGVGjUO7P9Cg9Yf3sxlae5TSTdmE7r98CiWqNZ2bIH3hWK3UDw/s1200/9005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilrmTwjiarXAU4g6r8y1-2-luck6t5kC2zQFkLFxOEBM-yoJR2QzHESqaXpxf49BqTS-yQCm9d57tcxPLIqzRQYjxxFXYx1cDzuaRRoQDnGLkKK7gv0_9ceQlEQG8PmAV_c5pfooWQwGiGVGjUO7P9Cg9Yf3sxlae5TSTdmE7r98CiWqNZ2bIH3hWK3UDw/w640-h384/9005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This seems to be a Blyth's leaf warbler, but I can't be completely sure.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMGhcQFo7DF2XH70F9sAUUDcmR9JN-xu4mqNySs9DZ60AmxqHxD21koTELxp00dpOAww9xEAZFXQ7F3cWFT5jbVUr2mlOAjNMccTN3LUd1Yw7anLLoLRzBColK-jAC7buf8O_hoe8EC_W1ZdTNhFxp8a4lmOa1fzQkTbVvA-W-Lq4k6rMxuER5yyeJYYR7/s1200/9006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMGhcQFo7DF2XH70F9sAUUDcmR9JN-xu4mqNySs9DZ60AmxqHxD21koTELxp00dpOAww9xEAZFXQ7F3cWFT5jbVUr2mlOAjNMccTN3LUd1Yw7anLLoLRzBColK-jAC7buf8O_hoe8EC_W1ZdTNhFxp8a4lmOa1fzQkTbVvA-W-Lq4k6rMxuER5yyeJYYR7/w640-h384/9006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We also spotted another Chestnut-tailed Minla with its adorable look.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJnsUqjYeS3DRY4dMq3qLYQ5rj_c-LIfH3kR2iJ4mrgo8yUUYdTibGFz96D7TyIXbQFXZXHbjfy5ho3IaP25n0ivTS4QX7bDr1Rhp9_T0qPyaGK5zAjs8wAAmOa-KatE1KNdLOioMEX1GWfICZGkUcjSGLvij2vmZo_RywSnzdQOFrYnhaMMB96VPFpMs5/s1200/9007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJnsUqjYeS3DRY4dMq3qLYQ5rj_c-LIfH3kR2iJ4mrgo8yUUYdTibGFz96D7TyIXbQFXZXHbjfy5ho3IaP25n0ivTS4QX7bDr1Rhp9_T0qPyaGK5zAjs8wAAmOa-KatE1KNdLOioMEX1GWfICZGkUcjSGLvij2vmZo_RywSnzdQOFrYnhaMMB96VPFpMs5/w640-h384/9007.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>One of the things I always do when traveling abroad is to visit a local market. Since the Thai Hmong Community Market is on our way, we decided to stop by and support the local community.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaVLkqeXPTMewRdjejhzQzsaY4-U5xmF6zmCxAK545xp0Y9g2CVMOOBgzqnmX-yc5j24K9ahaLeSgJJx_sTkE8ocVJd1ga59ioDnmoiQmqzrKzdlhcG7bOrVtpIZibodfPs55q4Swe5PK6A0vaYkkAe7LyUIaoemfc0OLEgX0Y53QBUGON0FzmSb0UdUQ-/s1200/9008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaVLkqeXPTMewRdjejhzQzsaY4-U5xmF6zmCxAK545xp0Y9g2CVMOOBgzqnmX-yc5j24K9ahaLeSgJJx_sTkE8ocVJd1ga59ioDnmoiQmqzrKzdlhcG7bOrVtpIZibodfPs55q4Swe5PK6A0vaYkkAe7LyUIaoemfc0OLEgX0Y53QBUGON0FzmSb0UdUQ-/w640-h384/9008.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>They have both fresh and dried fruits available.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxJ55m7SU84tY_73RFFuMW0d3M8lSzfUN8J6oxvoDbtZA62-bKxeeXkRZPIhhG_thykTt0Eqaac10fgNANjzdgWomlwGexXmHR-VBZoXsy429qOhjl9a4TGihkDEk-3HX1ZLYAfqOEjSFlTUkx3YtvJeSt1evUttmuGuK8zSubNK9IxerUkk9gpqSO5eR9/s1200/9009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0bOUbhZc84MbBXRDj8BBehC0xQTlUAvTnTRbWW8waLYzOVempFtloN5IsLUCtTtjBHXWX4s1qDdSknqdl8dFM7f-z_k-m2wiV-yf2Xavt5oQNJQX2VQKxPq-Hb_7_szIiKTSgfT-ihLbAfwyXZ7xoRRlgdwkadH7LPnBu41eUsFZoPC-Jymz_BkChYCW2/s1200/8001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0bOUbhZc84MbBXRDj8BBehC0xQTlUAvTnTRbWW8waLYzOVempFtloN5IsLUCtTtjBHXWX4s1qDdSknqdl8dFM7f-z_k-m2wiV-yf2Xavt5oQNJQX2VQKxPq-Hb_7_szIiKTSgfT-ihLbAfwyXZ7xoRRlgdwkadH7LPnBu41eUsFZoPC-Jymz_BkChYCW2/w640-h384/8001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p><span data-tt="{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1}}" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">The initial descent and ascent are quite steep.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnF96h0afjw1QtPVnSupej_BZfhpsKIgCB7Yk7oSWtiyAbPnj-hykNUjVYXpg826FK_faopur8tHSqp-tgqMijgI8Ly376sq4aXUC-g_RHLqLopnpYV-PMXjpbs7doZ4jbqg9LsG3t8QHStNbUTYah4S0MAjL9zEHMn4sE_RDZ2thKHmZbk_G22UhR2dj0/s1200/8002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnF96h0afjw1QtPVnSupej_BZfhpsKIgCB7Yk7oSWtiyAbPnj-hykNUjVYXpg826FK_faopur8tHSqp-tgqMijgI8Ly376sq4aXUC-g_RHLqLopnpYV-PMXjpbs7doZ4jbqg9LsG3t8QHStNbUTYah4S0MAjL9zEHMn4sE_RDZ2thKHmZbk_G22UhR2dj0/w640-h384/8002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This trail provides a close encounter with the cloud forest through wooden pathways.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1TCeORNeywaDWWNAfHam8UByoAZUJGmxOV-v4XZsMZkqEnCAep1VR2RcuWDb3fRmF5C9MB1n6Cetu5e673AFTh1FmqyfjelTyV_7IldTQBVTtiQJBP5fpQQFTIuQcli666XjS5rm2NGQl6mNZ45VHOvfYBfWeQb5BLMviA22Qt3PxrX2Kz6zD8wEndeL9/s1200/8003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1TCeORNeywaDWWNAfHam8UByoAZUJGmxOV-v4XZsMZkqEnCAep1VR2RcuWDb3fRmF5C9MB1n6Cetu5e673AFTh1FmqyfjelTyV_7IldTQBVTtiQJBP5fpQQFTIuQcli666XjS5rm2NGQl6mNZ45VHOvfYBfWeQb5BLMviA22Qt3PxrX2Kz6zD8wEndeL9/w640-h384/8003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Overall, it's a simple, tranquil, and enjoyable walk.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO0QV_amEwFUrKm0TqruyAvsL9vykGkSFBeYA0NgqR72xE6462sMV3vbfet7O7ohBErTuoMLoC06zdE1RcHgk5dUkEUB0GGdYeJfi161VfDeVlAA7fFkxAgrr8PrHfLmj9I0mJgD55ypjuo0HMAXWN5D5JgRRYwwzQRwcPYzXoKE7B5EihZ3bEd3DDV5vw/s1200/8004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO0QV_amEwFUrKm0TqruyAvsL9vykGkSFBeYA0NgqR72xE6462sMV3vbfet7O7ohBErTuoMLoC06zdE1RcHgk5dUkEUB0GGdYeJfi161VfDeVlAA7fFkxAgrr8PrHfLmj9I0mJgD55ypjuo0HMAXWN5D5JgRRYwwzQRwcPYzXoKE7B5EihZ3bEd3DDV5vw/w640-h384/8004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>There are numerous Yellow-bellied fantails in this area.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvXcr_5Blt1kq62ZOt2uRx5gy_hd5eLZdN35wJ6hhEA8hstDSZbPqkHd67hS5DWTNQCUl1tdXmtu8Nmlpp_JU1ZtSDBJX0YBrbhS5KxEShO_B60HFi_K95UgQanOW1GhlUKU1VbypJmOAFdXgJ36ya3tWRte-t3ibU5iSt2zpMjHY0M-jbltU67u26QOrB/s1200/8005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvXcr_5Blt1kq62ZOt2uRx5gy_hd5eLZdN35wJ6hhEA8hstDSZbPqkHd67hS5DWTNQCUl1tdXmtu8Nmlpp_JU1ZtSDBJX0YBrbhS5KxEShO_B60HFi_K95UgQanOW1GhlUKU1VbypJmOAFdXgJ36ya3tWRte-t3ibU5iSt2zpMjHY0M-jbltU67u26QOrB/w640-h384/8005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We spotted them along the entire boardwalk.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR1hPmyeuy9P2eKwUODXIJdlIORbeDDd2S0jsVZ7e7QFyXoWDjeBaI2BTQkdgAdOakW_3Ai4p8FfKZQZwi73uF_iRlUH4kq9kGReuu56eQP-VsmmS3om2Zc-E-Sy7Qhs0ySVi_Qq6-m2Ul572g7AQsu42NA9dKuaX6rGZuwg3v6ZsWZtZKVwhqzYaX5gBE/s1200/8006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR1hPmyeuy9P2eKwUODXIJdlIORbeDDd2S0jsVZ7e7QFyXoWDjeBaI2BTQkdgAdOakW_3Ai4p8FfKZQZwi73uF_iRlUH4kq9kGReuu56eQP-VsmmS3om2Zc-E-Sy7Qhs0ySVi_Qq6-m2Ul572g7AQsu42NA9dKuaX6rGZuwg3v6ZsWZtZKVwhqzYaX5gBE/w640-h384/8006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>They are also not afraid of cameras.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg13B4_7GlkGg8TE9fujtk7WwMqMUhC3gVPziUd99GWUT3kzt8mP8cVDeQP6miYSzeEH_MmnveTpG49a796nga7gVMUeI5_napZgrl0mYdWbua2u6aJ_2unsecOFfhPJP6sYkpWHpie0UldJNa1QUsz8RSbLks0wLTFUOpBSVeZtkakwV8dLsoZRbaj5tWL/s1200/8007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg13B4_7GlkGg8TE9fujtk7WwMqMUhC3gVPziUd99GWUT3kzt8mP8cVDeQP6miYSzeEH_MmnveTpG49a796nga7gVMUeI5_napZgrl0mYdWbua2u6aJ_2unsecOFfhPJP6sYkpWHpie0UldJNa1QUsz8RSbLks0wLTFUOpBSVeZtkakwV8dLsoZRbaj5tWL/w640-h384/8007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I find them as adorable as the Long-tailed tit of Hokkaido. Do you agree?<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH6ynSLZT8g8DYuSZx8pabopVzbAhyphenhyphenwkv17J9aVGVw0XWmxFuTf-CF5lBLyirsZ6VjqeH9rLyfbfzf2TEm1J9t_FOqtfgaFSwzGKx7H5-F5ILvfLV2NPs70ZDcsE4uhuFkibUH3ype0GETSgXmAXa1Y9ASrfI_54PXxYPFa_DD8lmhOPFXfYqwlx13epdd/s1200/8008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH6ynSLZT8g8DYuSZx8pabopVzbAhyphenhyphenwkv17J9aVGVw0XWmxFuTf-CF5lBLyirsZ6VjqeH9rLyfbfzf2TEm1J9t_FOqtfgaFSwzGKx7H5-F5ILvfLV2NPs70ZDcsE4uhuFkibUH3ype0GETSgXmAXa1Y9ASrfI_54PXxYPFa_DD8lmhOPFXfYqwlx13epdd/w640-h384/8008.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We also spotted a Blue Whistling Thrush on the railing of the boardwalk. This specific bird is also not camera shy.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQRA0LrW1MO3Va2HrHKUmW9pO2TdalZCy_AOEsCfhxtWA7Veu-z8vOmVuOwNNFC-4EDoUONOikDJqNU5UnaIBhzMhyphenhyphenpFCaSpCFIRmfw5lVGx6Pwl8lW072XRSZu8Q1XyiqC5Ufq0Wt3Agb-HQvQnm7ZsYeZk2a7Apfg1FNTg1rRcjW5RC4R81qPF3ZE4X9/s1200/8009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQRA0LrW1MO3Va2HrHKUmW9pO2TdalZCy_AOEsCfhxtWA7Veu-z8vOmVuOwNNFC-4EDoUONOikDJqNU5UnaIBhzMhyphenhyphenpFCaSpCFIRmfw5lVGx6Pwl8lW072XRSZu8Q1XyiqC5Ufq0Wt3Agb-HQvQnm7ZsYeZk2a7Apfg1FNTg1rRcjW5RC4R81qPF3ZE4X9/w640-h384/8009.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>As we moved away from the boardwalk, we were surprised by another sighting - a Rufous-winged fulvetta. This trip has been very rewarding so far. Excited for the next birdwatching location.<br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span><p></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-46978064678555428752024-02-24T07:53:00.006+08:002024-02-28T10:00:41.880+08:00Back to Doi Inthanon (7/14)<p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">After enjoying a nutritious meal rich in protein and iron, we set off for Doi Inthanon, which is about an hour's drive away. Is been more than 5 years since I last visited here.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSUAgGKPfMvbtrhlNjof9SUWKM95JzpnYF79_q8OoXUeNFA-kab5Q84-gb6IkLd8ysRND5YKJwNsdZdGXD4oPaNHEwfuJUbgHne0RQyjtWTul4bYt-WdJuwmVhuImCZPYityMh2RisLkW1MDYYbwy5ajSsRvtdCojx7Js4StLttcrBrx3a2iATESgcTY7/s1200/7001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSUAgGKPfMvbtrhlNjof9SUWKM95JzpnYF79_q8OoXUeNFA-kab5Q84-gb6IkLd8ysRND5YKJwNsdZdGXD4oPaNHEwfuJUbgHne0RQyjtWTul4bYt-WdJuwmVhuImCZPYityMh2RisLkW1MDYYbwy5ajSsRvtdCojx7Js4StLttcrBrx3a2iATESgcTY7/w640-h384/7001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The temperature is 16 degrees Celsius, which is ideal for birdwatching.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZQmM-PAEUsVdxLKkZBlHesmnCD05A8SUNJMaCMU8Z2-Y_16StiQf9q9KhbYiLun_d-VsSlifT_FMEkI4q7rLFGYwb-1e9jbhDnglBuY42VBRg9k0lfRYFvhTCncOEsyb28ylrdeb51s6dl2_6-h1pNhbvnL3SCQoUwo7HZX4Nqlo1k-f5sDb5nm2W9qGf/s1200/7002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZQmM-PAEUsVdxLKkZBlHesmnCD05A8SUNJMaCMU8Z2-Y_16StiQf9q9KhbYiLun_d-VsSlifT_FMEkI4q7rLFGYwb-1e9jbhDnglBuY42VBRg9k0lfRYFvhTCncOEsyb28ylrdeb51s6dl2_6-h1pNhbvnL3SCQoUwo7HZX4Nqlo1k-f5sDb5nm2W9qGf/w640-h384/7002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Following road 1009 Alley, we observed a female Plumbeous Water Redstart along a stream.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjihTN4GSrUtllF8t8jN3uTgP_npIzu5Wk5RBiCbMZMQAdVcdEVHRbZwxAg57cSqyz0exD_hyphenhyphen1gAFeztVR7Q1lXgE5lMzWlg8FDxpWyCY-F8AAQUr1289cKglAXZ_NCa-wTWZKBPRiwglbvnUH7qkU_NmHj773ZzF2ZvlHHLxANC9ovYpoeuvtnnkslssug/s1200/7003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjihTN4GSrUtllF8t8jN3uTgP_npIzu5Wk5RBiCbMZMQAdVcdEVHRbZwxAg57cSqyz0exD_hyphenhyphen1gAFeztVR7Q1lXgE5lMzWlg8FDxpWyCY-F8AAQUr1289cKglAXZ_NCa-wTWZKBPRiwglbvnUH7qkU_NmHj773ZzF2ZvlHHLxANC9ovYpoeuvtnnkslssug/w640-h384/7003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Feeding in the same stream was a White-capped Redstart.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJS58ommSEpdI5FlvVnUDHb42B9KE_uKiI3s01HZI0ce6QxyU3Ez8N6wF4y7vozJxHaOvrgj8wSv7fvYRpeyMSidiN2o8PpEwHx4JtPUZqWLlgWtj225aPG68UELn_visE8jD7cpcdP7eT3Kesp-CmBkTEB4AH8p0V9PUIuaEVCfaGHBXPocfosAahFS8/s1200/7004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJS58ommSEpdI5FlvVnUDHb42B9KE_uKiI3s01HZI0ce6QxyU3Ez8N6wF4y7vozJxHaOvrgj8wSv7fvYRpeyMSidiN2o8PpEwHx4JtPUZqWLlgWtj225aPG68UELn_visE8jD7cpcdP7eT3Kesp-CmBkTEB4AH8p0V9PUIuaEVCfaGHBXPocfosAahFS8/w640-h384/7004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We continued birdwatching along 1009 Alley and made a stop at 8415 Ft Cafe. The tree next to the cafe was bearing fruit and attracted many birds, including a Grey Sided Thrush.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu1bqMjTGHQA681fGyyvDB9mhBxJYq3Bm91COH0oK3n0jBebBUdQMaVyrEnyHcQv1JZNhfMApxP1Zb_0gK0cgh6hJPrcyqjwHpyiMEEHxDnjUUj37EOfdvpO2oTmVs4ISKPKpNZpxfb3Sfkw1PYdd8-ACmudaMHmK7tHyLrA0S2T_rFq1U37Q7pNZidMOP/s1200/7005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu1bqMjTGHQA681fGyyvDB9mhBxJYq3Bm91COH0oK3n0jBebBUdQMaVyrEnyHcQv1JZNhfMApxP1Zb_0gK0cgh6hJPrcyqjwHpyiMEEHxDnjUUj37EOfdvpO2oTmVs4ISKPKpNZpxfb3Sfkw1PYdd8-ACmudaMHmK7tHyLrA0S2T_rFq1U37Q7pNZidMOP/w640-h384/7005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The flowers blooming in front of the cafe were also attracting many smaller birds. Among them was the Green-tailed Sunbird, which is only found here in Doi Inthanon in Thailand.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOtsbd41DXodjTKGzzkPLVnOSnv8RLgrXgk0xS2_IFboc9BXHSZrcfe3UylHi7-bKOX8taNMVrbC5zjyRSj__um0ZI9gH0HN5S_-8q_F2smMVMAU4D_4NUvUd7Iqzo5OSzLR32MqO8Lpz_Bq1tTAyfXWWuL1-eWZVB23czITm20Xn60G9dqKPX-cQrDjwE/s1200/7006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOtsbd41DXodjTKGzzkPLVnOSnv8RLgrXgk0xS2_IFboc9BXHSZrcfe3UylHi7-bKOX8taNMVrbC5zjyRSj__um0ZI9gH0HN5S_-8q_F2smMVMAU4D_4NUvUd7Iqzo5OSzLR32MqO8Lpz_Bq1tTAyfXWWuL1-eWZVB23czITm20Xn60G9dqKPX-cQrDjwE/w640-h384/7006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Mrs. Gould's Sunbird also joined the gathering.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK3QtuTcUMidsfRDRq8JOlAQwxGRfJ4s8XPALtaHKbV7osMUuidfE_Hw1I_IyIlNZM4mpB3tb5bop4_27bvq5TYHHOZDRPXnSgJ9L81DIWvfkwCDn9x3noj50tXPBTbR2jy8f0aku-OHVzZSD_-0rpvvcoui2guWXePmQ2aLE2evIFJhfpYmYSXfemHeUw/s1200/7007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhddIPcpUxvtyCavMnfTPgcgun2sFR6V8ho74A2ajVdfavyGFYQCZe5giRqiKqG3BTxQyHeutYO9dC2f9-uU1CzQz_eEuO1c9VSsJTmrxAKNVslTqnIscC2KH1jwptYj_Hjuh_rxX-P_SgXkhsC23u3C_duQGHhu36uMajgkeKip0F7eqPs9LCyIjpZjDe5/s1200/6001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhddIPcpUxvtyCavMnfTPgcgun2sFR6V8ho74A2ajVdfavyGFYQCZe5giRqiKqG3BTxQyHeutYO9dC2f9-uU1CzQz_eEuO1c9VSsJTmrxAKNVslTqnIscC2KH1jwptYj_Hjuh_rxX-P_SgXkhsC23u3C_duQGHhu36uMajgkeKip0F7eqPs9LCyIjpZjDe5/w640-h384/6001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>After scanning the treetops and following the bird calls, we spotted a group of Black Hooded Orioles.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjds2C2uZjIhQbjP4qJm8nhBVoRHTdMxYNJMsQzRRJ2mBEx-ol1ENqrWiDGDIRSPkQ5lJ_EpRiTrq5BvKRQ2I0GLKDaKBehu7O75F2fr9IhgVjgOpbyIkIFj_nVhXLhDhi7YW2ByRvyYAq1CUXqCHLGyYgBWGEYxcQOj5S0xRlIaRTuQ-B1Xxo6-QXa2vl5/s1200/6002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Just before leaving, we spotted this very cute wasp cocoon. I'm not sure about the exact species, though.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjidPocmu4g0FexSw9VGe4k2VLsBXkRGseZN47XBYFL-UJYs2aVLgxHjO_Pzv8n-3J92GA7rrIWfcsHqAdDIezDlys_X-XoseVmxqMrcQByYvXcWf-Aebq3KK3Dg_lbP5Ayvma1PeSa6riKTAKtyxcg9g_-TsJnhAqU78dDpAy8qga4vYgjipmoD8NAG7A7/s1200/6006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjidPocmu4g0FexSw9VGe4k2VLsBXkRGseZN47XBYFL-UJYs2aVLgxHjO_Pzv8n-3J92GA7rrIWfcsHqAdDIezDlys_X-XoseVmxqMrcQByYvXcWf-Aebq3KK3Dg_lbP5Ayvma1PeSa6riKTAKtyxcg9g_-TsJnhAqU78dDpAy8qga4vYgjipmoD8NAG7A7/w640-h384/6006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Our next stop is Doi Inthanon, and we made a quick visit to Wang Din Market for a snack.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcqGsp2H6J8kNrZCKoL9geCQQhVDGKsB11rOScdgN6L5_kDlry9SxV8Q1MSnErtbogGsFfKXtAMKcg3KSJteXY2SlLm31PgmTd9Eso5qWGDKOpKTFy5cU7Vi-_B7AuVw1YB08Y-zqeGobDUy2EpszBGhTS6dATPGahGbjQ3zcghyPGhAL9GBMQa_GRFb8S/s1200/6007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcqGsp2H6J8kNrZCKoL9geCQQhVDGKsB11rOScdgN6L5_kDlry9SxV8Q1MSnErtbogGsFfKXtAMKcg3KSJteXY2SlLm31PgmTd9Eso5qWGDKOpKTFy5cU7Vi-_B7AuVw1YB08Y-zqeGobDUy2EpszBGhTS6dATPGahGbjQ3zcghyPGhAL9GBMQa_GRFb8S/w640-h384/6007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I was immediately drawn to these very colorful puffs. They are available in Tako (yam) and sweet potato flavors.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSUNCP6iRYjm-xGRibSwTxoj8qAyJtwdaYUlUATizZgfZCwza5edtnkizeJT0zTv_tksyFPIzBWsdq_aNIzSHIclzjrsPcZDxAZ6FfvKtqidHxp3VeL36quPfHQJCwAXa3FPpMCRzSv0S7MXSi39NTLmSG60qa-E8SrqswhtTXBRmj4Z2TEkCIpy8MvTA/s1200/6008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSUNCP6iRYjm-xGRibSwTxoj8qAyJtwdaYUlUATizZgfZCwza5edtnkizeJT0zTv_tksyFPIzBWsdq_aNIzSHIclzjrsPcZDxAZ6FfvKtqidHxp3VeL36quPfHQJCwAXa3FPpMCRzSv0S7MXSi39NTLmSG60qa-E8SrqswhtTXBRmj4Z2TEkCIpy8MvTA/w640-h384/6008.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I bought a packet without any hesitation.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZiF3Io-qTRC3KBipT6qYVOEWeHMW6eZBqSmtfj3pQFE8wfaFWDsYWcrKsVf4x_Q27ofH8kzVFI08Rjnsi-uTdAe4h5pg4aAq42Ks4qp_0Hb7f_8XU3g6mS9V15xxoaEmsLTGqmx3paCnN7iNcre6v9288LGxjRi8jQ45QTn0Z3FWHQQWIweDms3PMCvLd/s1200/6009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Mae Ping National Park typically has a very dry and warm brownish appearance. This time, it looks quite green, possibly due to the unusual amount of rain that has fallen here over the past two months.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5O7JO8lqMrEE9nshULQJg8RiUhiXIszwGVRTymz5gfn8rGAahgGAbmsVDA57JgIO3bFVA96LKsug5MxNfMfD4sbbEd7v-Ivfznb28C0-GQtLy39gm851cwL1A60ItKtoOoh2TgpAsT4KKiEtsZwtaQHbTnZAywRUFpn9Ded6NLjEWc0-_XKNyWJ307rvq/s1200/5007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5O7JO8lqMrEE9nshULQJg8RiUhiXIszwGVRTymz5gfn8rGAahgGAbmsVDA57JgIO3bFVA96LKsug5MxNfMfD4sbbEd7v-Ivfznb28C0-GQtLy39gm851cwL1A60ItKtoOoh2TgpAsT4KKiEtsZwtaQHbTnZAywRUFpn9Ded6NLjEWc0-_XKNyWJ307rvq/w640-h384/5007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p><span data-tt="{"paragraphStyle":{"alignment":4,"writingDirection":1}}" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">I caught sight of the crescent moon while scanning the treetops for birds. What surprises await me here?</span></p><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-56543612125132136662024-02-21T18:34:00.005+08:002024-02-21T18:34:47.273+08:00Affordable and Clean Accommodation in Wang Din (4)<p>After observing the splendid <a href="https://mantamola.blogspot.com/2024/02/close-encounters-with-magnificent-birds.html">peafowls </a>sufficiently, it is time to calm down the excitement and journey further south for our overnight accommodation.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq3WIQLDnjct9G-HIeVTs-qo5CdtNL-auuRp_msX8rMqT6tphBYi_e6s52JIyUDFin3z-brEgmcMbFQjtkmoxKUWxR6fIvTPHrm7eE3_2aZ5ViK4MH3AS6IkEjAPTqpNpsYu2lTHqZItqkS_HA-bXIaPGtgfGKinvw2ftxxfjUUCjs_C3pZ5FzjYRy0AWs/s1200/4001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq3WIQLDnjct9G-HIeVTs-qo5CdtNL-auuRp_msX8rMqT6tphBYi_e6s52JIyUDFin3z-brEgmcMbFQjtkmoxKUWxR6fIvTPHrm7eE3_2aZ5ViK4MH3AS6IkEjAPTqpNpsYu2lTHqZItqkS_HA-bXIaPGtgfGKinvw2ftxxfjUUCjs_C3pZ5FzjYRy0AWs/w640-h384/4001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Following an approximately one-hour drive, we reach our lodging for the night in Wang Din, Li District.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Another long and thrilling day awaits tomorrow, so I retire early after backing up my photos.<br /><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-75635015806151853592024-02-20T09:35:00.002+08:002024-02-20T09:35:33.315+08:00Close encounters with the magnificent birds (3)<p><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Without any specific targets in view, we decided to end our exploration at Ban Thi and proceed to our next destination. Located an hour's drive away is Pabanhong Non Hunting Area, where we encountered a large bird with a stunningly beautiful long tail - the Green Peafowl.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTz4btwgghr7ggqWw_Zk0eWHmxb6F9TeaiOa-6g21ynsz9McadmawYdrYsFJbxhLY1o1nlWRmTQ4WhSkqptEFOkr_FrEBAQmCAFsuJyI1hwkO_M0EzOt3-8sWFqWJIAQDXNmBA7e2VnCs37ueNii6ThUnYq1At7WQ7IEXRDsuDDoiCxtgpNvyyRNswacqq/s1200/b007d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTz4btwgghr7ggqWw_Zk0eWHmxb6F9TeaiOa-6g21ynsz9McadmawYdrYsFJbxhLY1o1nlWRmTQ4WhSkqptEFOkr_FrEBAQmCAFsuJyI1hwkO_M0EzOt3-8sWFqWJIAQDXNmBA7e2VnCs37ueNii6ThUnYq1At7WQ7IEXRDsuDDoiCxtgpNvyyRNswacqq/w640-h384/b007d.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>There are numerous locations in Thailand where one can observe Green Peafowls, ranging from Mae Wong National Park up to the northern regions. Nevertheless, Pabanhong Non Hunting Area offers the best opportunity for unobstructed views and close encounters with these magnificent birds.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZFdm6OpDAB_po1oQ0FCADSIx9jVR8k_dyfBlMGsGc8AcL5IKzyarNZ83FrCDLgWwA56NsdVxAi-2VizdDrZRZK9QI3sOV8uNi71eEEzSEXg85Du4QkseWWcxkaDh9IsMDhO3LuY6BduLTBosC8DbIWVpwj7e-Ir7JhyXV4kzXUxSBuqhdEVQrk_dgM2p-/s1200/b008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZFdm6OpDAB_po1oQ0FCADSIx9jVR8k_dyfBlMGsGc8AcL5IKzyarNZ83FrCDLgWwA56NsdVxAi-2VizdDrZRZK9QI3sOV8uNi71eEEzSEXg85Du4QkseWWcxkaDh9IsMDhO3LuY6BduLTBosC8DbIWVpwj7e-Ir7JhyXV4kzXUxSBuqhdEVQrk_dgM2p-/w640-h384/b008.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Even before reaching the entrance, we could hear the distinctive car honk-like calls of the Green Peafowls. Following the sound, we caught sight of a small brown flycatcher with a striking black-and-white tail, known as the Taiga Flycatcher.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZMHyLw8-hv1gfflMbziCMxB4olLlR6ZmzcwBcb6izqjw5y1OJGx7W0XO17roQ7i20-PQlJjj4rsStY8LgEotQt1K0YKdOp8HZ2uaDOVFhTSgsBbXkwgcGvrgeFfNDgZL-rZqUG8AjuA6Na_aeCn1hTH9FcKopoA4CaeCMOS5cLVts9veNqFEUibBSszHx/s1200/b009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZMHyLw8-hv1gfflMbziCMxB4olLlR6ZmzcwBcb6izqjw5y1OJGx7W0XO17roQ7i20-PQlJjj4rsStY8LgEotQt1K0YKdOp8HZ2uaDOVFhTSgsBbXkwgcGvrgeFfNDgZL-rZqUG8AjuA6Na_aeCn1hTH9FcKopoA4CaeCMOS5cLVts9veNqFEUibBSszHx/w640-h384/b009.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We witnessed a male peafowl showcasing his impressive fan-like tail during his unique courtship ritual.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtPXgLlP9XXFLtJbSYLK4rQxPmhdI2zb1WSu66JPPOO8TCBmJOY-W6yhXfF8dMqJLzo7b9TFqAvS5w3ee8_baXSqi5CuH9ffNm9uJDaHhiy0y0JML8IeMnHwWCpWhsfyRjbRNNzBZ6no5p-sFywBOnFtJVFzCFH4BUedlNGU2Hhub0_tBlg2bqtCwirCZL/s1200/b010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtPXgLlP9XXFLtJbSYLK4rQxPmhdI2zb1WSu66JPPOO8TCBmJOY-W6yhXfF8dMqJLzo7b9TFqAvS5w3ee8_baXSqi5CuH9ffNm9uJDaHhiy0y0JML8IeMnHwWCpWhsfyRjbRNNzBZ6no5p-sFywBOnFtJVFzCFH4BUedlNGU2Hhub0_tBlg2bqtCwirCZL/w640-h384/b010.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Maintaining such a long tail in pristine condition is no easy task.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-cWxwOacP1G66dmPD5TaVcQ6e2U8sVXuRDiox18r6EgZU1EMP-4qc4ejabZrzGVYSRlX2ma2uKNovZVJau3kMMWOM4X6b-nI1AVZ6zAcqGcEvocQsiFsaQcZ4ra69EpA7oYGmc2AvSfAHnjH9FhYYkBJPHFyKGOVX4y8syKPUjDs11ilkogmgLH21HoQ_/s1200/b011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-cWxwOacP1G66dmPD5TaVcQ6e2U8sVXuRDiox18r6EgZU1EMP-4qc4ejabZrzGVYSRlX2ma2uKNovZVJau3kMMWOM4X6b-nI1AVZ6zAcqGcEvocQsiFsaQcZ4ra69EpA7oYGmc2AvSfAHnjH9FhYYkBJPHFyKGOVX4y8syKPUjDs11ilkogmgLH21HoQ_/w640-h384/b011.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The length of the tail exceeds that of their body.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjmRmoVxKRclIzxrbaeEuFmekdoMaOyt90lU3gZV2rqoIS-qHkz5qD4fLz47m-nfzMAuFgGXbBG_JEK1VeIIFtUG0sKdjTXOcXxciFvl7Xy0RGacbeSAKqTqOb1TKmin0nJlU5LOWKDmgvoCdnHnYLZ6kPtoQcDYT2hGcGmxk62qgHgigU3UZTAIYzMqZ3/s1200/b012.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjmRmoVxKRclIzxrbaeEuFmekdoMaOyt90lU3gZV2rqoIS-qHkz5qD4fLz47m-nfzMAuFgGXbBG_JEK1VeIIFtUG0sKdjTXOcXxciFvl7Xy0RGacbeSAKqTqOb1TKmin0nJlU5LOWKDmgvoCdnHnYLZ6kPtoQcDYT2hGcGmxk62qgHgigU3UZTAIYzMqZ3/w640-h384/b012.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>We had a close-up view of the striking male peafowl.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcy6vailpZhEtoWReQbpJ1g0a6a-NCcwwrsaHCE-spuSk39lx_gLj3RXeYwM-3eBEz-X_l2-PzkkjXz-S6Fwi2wqLMWebLCPtsKDzdVAjaetEFpjW4D40_xbqwGXPdgicPOR_g4pXVJjTa4rwm6VwUZ0w_0girpPoG0e7UKjHao_jYUZU7hgIkHENk-NWK/s1200/b013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcy6vailpZhEtoWReQbpJ1g0a6a-NCcwwrsaHCE-spuSk39lx_gLj3RXeYwM-3eBEz-X_l2-PzkkjXz-S6Fwi2wqLMWebLCPtsKDzdVAjaetEFpjW4D40_xbqwGXPdgicPOR_g4pXVJjTa4rwm6VwUZ0w_0girpPoG0e7UKjHao_jYUZU7hgIkHENk-NWK/w640-h384/b013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Under sunlight and from different angles, the iridescent feathers display various colors and hues.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdNljo3UsZtTK-6lJ1ycYX6shFk-dEQEHdOPEfhmlGEN8RN8wpKjYNlPffADC2SK6G8i_F8f89jcRfJKuYy48bsCAqplN1mz-tmTGCmPd6FSP81aBYYgm6kv5-VCq9sH3c7iukAblzkXKdZXAgZ2Mvtn5fM4uz_By4P6u7NANn1t7PD5A34U9cRZPu4HW6/s1200/b014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdNljo3UsZtTK-6lJ1ycYX6shFk-dEQEHdOPEfhmlGEN8RN8wpKjYNlPffADC2SK6G8i_F8f89jcRfJKuYy48bsCAqplN1mz-tmTGCmPd6FSP81aBYYgm6kv5-VCq9sH3c7iukAblzkXKdZXAgZ2Mvtn5fM4uz_By4P6u7NANn1t7PD5A34U9cRZPu4HW6/w640-h384/b014.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The female peafowls are equally beautiful despite lacking the long tail.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOKYf56B8D68hAehRsuAaaPBM4Yt1KCKZu1LFLxvp-ZYHd36Nct3rl0DmhZ5jp0TWlg7-zITQ886Ctn5qiyRswOSDhMYJXlecKxzCrYdKMYVh6vLFCxEfu2cRXQbORLd-zfGTpXJVikvNODj7HWgkH2o34mH5lyJtbKA1NHMvkXjvTJk_LHO9rl15qYbJ/s1200/b015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOKYf56B8D68hAehRsuAaaPBM4Yt1KCKZu1LFLxvp-ZYHd36Nct3rl0DmhZ5jp0TWlg7-zITQ886Ctn5qiyRswOSDhMYJXlecKxzCrYdKMYVh6vLFCxEfu2cRXQbORLd-zfGTpXJVikvNODj7HWgkH2o34mH5lyJtbKA1NHMvkXjvTJk_LHO9rl15qYbJ/w640-h384/b015.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Male peafowl trying to attract the attention of the female bird with the great display.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizuYkDdJTPlr7G8LcRiWf4x4EqzVbq9bfq35HAI0GtSSNeB3yGT9yxZEeeFRt5AX3845bBghzpjnZsT2oukcodMHRWl59CH96tbGM_h8B-1JThC9pfbYva6n8OvNGOvpKWO9eS-90bPKtiXHvOdv_wIRqR_nstcNJuUevsJZiIgGIUOwaildDN1UswoEZ5/s1200/b016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizuYkDdJTPlr7G8LcRiWf4x4EqzVbq9bfq35HAI0GtSSNeB3yGT9yxZEeeFRt5AX3845bBghzpjnZsT2oukcodMHRWl59CH96tbGM_h8B-1JThC9pfbYva6n8OvNGOvpKWO9eS-90bPKtiXHvOdv_wIRqR_nstcNJuUevsJZiIgGIUOwaildDN1UswoEZ5/w640-h384/b016.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>As we were leaving the area at sunset, we spotted another Indochinese Roller, concluding our first day of exploration in Northern Thailand on a high note.<br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span><p></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-77560859376726595112024-02-16T13:33:00.002+08:002024-02-16T13:33:48.106+08:00First Oversea Wildlife Trip 2024 (2)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div>After enjoying the delicious <a href="https://mantamola.blogspot.com/2024/02/flight-to-north-thailand-birding-trip.html">Khao Soi </a>curry noodles, which are unique to Northern Thailand, we continue our journey southward to Lamphun province. Our goal is to observe any raptors that may be found around the paddy fields near Ban Thi.</div><div><br /></div><div>I am particularly excited about this wildlife trip as it is my first oversea trip in 2024. I am also grateful to have overseas friends, <a href="https://blueblueseattle.blogspot.com/">Euphtw</a>, joining me in exploring the wildlife of North Thailand.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzwlG-UjO9-TmNbYQjxgiSE3NMWIERNXHaAm_QGjYDGvOECHpPUWzjyL00Q0ry-ePo1FoRj1Pzf3eUGo4bPINMImDOkZOSIygOK8EYfgC52jMQFfPt5BNOjy_HWVc4pHL2B9_-u8viV2BlK6K1dQA85rNXXlptPU_sN_U0ExKDTO16pJOiFfr2FSq6GZq7/s1200/b001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzwlG-UjO9-TmNbYQjxgiSE3NMWIERNXHaAm_QGjYDGvOECHpPUWzjyL00Q0ry-ePo1FoRj1Pzf3eUGo4bPINMImDOkZOSIygOK8EYfgC52jMQFfPt5BNOjy_HWVc4pHL2B9_-u8viV2BlK6K1dQA85rNXXlptPU_sN_U0ExKDTO16pJOiFfr2FSq6GZq7/w640-h384/b001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div>The first photo I took with my dslr camera was of a pair of Red-wattled Lapwings.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja91NPB0ZFI0hWzai7L7McqltwdkZCa_VrQ4YXsR6AtjCVtyKLq0zv94pF-plN0cJbQ6txcjZIF90eqIuFWRJJalx6e0UQZ-OBm8FiAscarwz0Tb9ACu5jsuYocCW7LE99mfuYJoDLz5B9ip5wAlW36vxqRu8N-LrJcFfDSL9Syeyz8jhjM93UaoyRCF_f/s1200/b002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja91NPB0ZFI0hWzai7L7McqltwdkZCa_VrQ4YXsR6AtjCVtyKLq0zv94pF-plN0cJbQ6txcjZIF90eqIuFWRJJalx6e0UQZ-OBm8FiAscarwz0Tb9ACu5jsuYocCW7LE99mfuYJoDLz5B9ip5wAlW36vxqRu8N-LrJcFfDSL9Syeyz8jhjM93UaoyRCF_f/w640-h384/b002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I spotted a pipit swiftly running through the ridges of the paddy field and disappearing from my sight before I could zoom in closer. It reminded me of the famous cartoon character, Road Runner.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOmzdD5J-pRT1AzwiVptGRYT93lkvngak3byset0DNh9LksG-DSNJd4G3n25tIPbzRM5Xk0T6ZnXvg_H4kspgnVwp6JJJtiFOES0kkwV-0B9RYBpxm1G-KM2QbXCdn2UOyEsVqscAUzFDb3I1EjJN5UunolxGzi1Lih4LBS0DE8WnxNIywOdkBb6Rw89-8/s1200/b003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOmzdD5J-pRT1AzwiVptGRYT93lkvngak3byset0DNh9LksG-DSNJd4G3n25tIPbzRM5Xk0T6ZnXvg_H4kspgnVwp6JJJtiFOES0kkwV-0B9RYBpxm1G-KM2QbXCdn2UOyEsVqscAUzFDb3I1EjJN5UunolxGzi1Lih4LBS0DE8WnxNIywOdkBb6Rw89-8/w640-h384/b003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I also saw another bird, the Oriental Skylark, which looks very similar to the pipit and is commonly found in open country areas.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8D2NNrXl-XBxFr0LFQhoneHxvGTH5j10hWp-37PGVa6lr6TnIGe5Ou_IZdK_5IN0cIxbXxsqWbg_gy-x-Gh6z0jOBs8x9xADJi0lgkP_8Ask-YLf3kWlIFoFPLZBPCE3r7cFETiu40yEWx0SMHY5xjpDp7eNddIu9-eIECT5oFGeaakEWi5HfM0wvvowk/s1200/b004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8D2NNrXl-XBxFr0LFQhoneHxvGTH5j10hWp-37PGVa6lr6TnIGe5Ou_IZdK_5IN0cIxbXxsqWbg_gy-x-Gh6z0jOBs8x9xADJi0lgkP_8Ask-YLf3kWlIFoFPLZBPCE3r7cFETiu40yEWx0SMHY5xjpDp7eNddIu9-eIECT5oFGeaakEWi5HfM0wvvowk/w640-h384/b004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I used to call this bird the Siberian Stonechat, but due to a recent classification change, I am unsure if it is still referred to as the Siberian Stonechat or if it is now called the Amur Stonechat.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ0ym3Qbh2ZfsCvYnbBbinE3fDJOdDzDuOyD3I5OjOFoAci3BT97Dm3NXdaKp7ly3J7ckGuFPjkwcBzA5yf3PsN-xZJ85snQ78kSpPXwbr9b5BOA236b6p-5X6LEhbgz_pcjUJ2QdXf1jal2JVnvJlaAzQ-gCmBRkzQjE3efKxhiX0hRTW4Z20P3ZBreCU/s1200/b005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ0ym3Qbh2ZfsCvYnbBbinE3fDJOdDzDuOyD3I5OjOFoAci3BT97Dm3NXdaKp7ly3J7ckGuFPjkwcBzA5yf3PsN-xZJ85snQ78kSpPXwbr9b5BOA236b6p-5X6LEhbgz_pcjUJ2QdXf1jal2JVnvJlaAzQ-gCmBRkzQjE3efKxhiX0hRTW4Z20P3ZBreCU/w640-h384/b005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I found another familiar bird, the Gray-backed Shrike, seeking shelter under the shade on a hot afternoon.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2hcMio0R9MvDbX_ISUPJo9LUwIm5kAnNkYL2Grdi__1SjHaUKftHO7950HV59MbN_vW3kYv3u-0LH61Ii2ZTT9l9ExeRTXME07GR1XxEz38CjOWHzrDF0oeCiZld-74NJLPTtS6hXgJa99KH4Yf5E13hZhviYyLX5gCwCHLxvvjl6m1e17c6pFOakEADM/s1200/b006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2hcMio0R9MvDbX_ISUPJo9LUwIm5kAnNkYL2Grdi__1SjHaUKftHO7950HV59MbN_vW3kYv3u-0LH61Ii2ZTT9l9ExeRTXME07GR1XxEz38CjOWHzrDF0oeCiZld-74NJLPTtS6hXgJa99KH4Yf5E13hZhviYyLX5gCwCHLxvvjl6m1e17c6pFOakEADM/w640-h384/b006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>To my surprise, I witnessed a pond-heron catching a snake. As I zoomed in with my camera, I realised that the snake was actually an eel.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_HqH9Q4VYbds3IQ35ACU8whzSwWBsKP4IVB7QtkYNGgv5CyQP0fFWoe_Q92r0ogkyOCpkEdGGW4I4ec4nyiis6lJTn-elv4ll9fTTNdrSyNySmC0J9E_qlgdtwLvcDYvPUSdH83SzNe6-dSeSYo-vuKV0SO0tSNERM-8vnzz08yRQSrsB7FkrTqJuawC/s1200/b007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE_HqH9Q4VYbds3IQ35ACU8whzSwWBsKP4IVB7QtkYNGgv5CyQP0fFWoe_Q92r0ogkyOCpkEdGGW4I4ec4nyiis6lJTn-elv4ll9fTTNdrSyNySmC0J9E_qlgdtwLvcDYvPUSdH83SzNe6-dSeSYo-vuKV0SO0tSNERM-8vnzz08yRQSrsB7FkrTqJuawC/w640-h384/b007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Another bird that I am familiar with, the Indian Roller, is now known as the Indochinese Roller.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjknHhFvrO-KBQhyBqb10nBB73cK5oy0NpaUukx-ei-mBv0BlTZT3xAsNdbC3Vg7lBNFb_WwRfWIvVUhAP81hdCbbuwk8u5DVpxYE-GyPZd3cjKxGVx2hzVLJyWLitTnwe0tU9m8TUULusDkUbqAWRoyGMsjZIkQki47BMbNAVcgl_mA7wWNNTMQi-Zvojs/s1200/b007b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjknHhFvrO-KBQhyBqb10nBB73cK5oy0NpaUukx-ei-mBv0BlTZT3xAsNdbC3Vg7lBNFb_WwRfWIvVUhAP81hdCbbuwk8u5DVpxYE-GyPZd3cjKxGVx2hzVLJyWLitTnwe0tU9m8TUULusDkUbqAWRoyGMsjZIkQki47BMbNAVcgl_mA7wWNNTMQi-Zvojs/w640-h384/b007b.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I managed to catch a glimpse of a Brown Shrike before it flew away.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpG6FAhqO7XY_lvuEjpKjeKs36K7l590Is5tZUCo5C0x35Ww9pXHV4o96iVB7g818bk19M4e8Slu83cSZG4elvHLO5bE-1eRtDO24zVlqP82KfnksHsjGtnJfwYYeVM1U9kb_rfN-3bL88cCa4HEDKbqcBcAVqgrywrKhuSO2KmPG7kBepu6HXXmrLwEJK/s1200/b007c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpG6FAhqO7XY_lvuEjpKjeKs36K7l590Is5tZUCo5C0x35Ww9pXHV4o96iVB7g818bk19M4e8Slu83cSZG4elvHLO5bE-1eRtDO24zVlqP82KfnksHsjGtnJfwYYeVM1U9kb_rfN-3bL88cCa4HEDKbqcBcAVqgrywrKhuSO2KmPG7kBepu6HXXmrLwEJK/w640-h384/b007c.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Unfortunately, I had no luck spotting any raptors this afternoon. The weather was too hot, and they were most likely soaring high above in the hot thermal currents. Instead, I captured a photo of a flock of Rock Pigeons.<br /><p><br /><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-71401347024035005252024-02-12T12:30:00.002+08:002024-02-16T12:45:40.567+08:00Flight to North Thailand Birding Trip (1)<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was 5 years ago when I last visited North Thailand before the pandemic. I was super exited and looking forward to visit the Land of Smile again soon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQwiw8WbOUnWKLAILbIXj52-LFR_Tt4cl4_OEazRuQVsc32xyy7-XeLoHhdTtq95vkAc_qTIFuzxHrbLahh-0gwF_2x9Mg6_nl0Eq3PO-vGpS3Lj2F6BJfRIFazHRfMDA6J_KdCsWs3oBqydGu-d6rsqniDCk29thrNsfSbEB3Z8E2h2nlAbz8RvYoT8PZ/s1200/001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQwiw8WbOUnWKLAILbIXj52-LFR_Tt4cl4_OEazRuQVsc32xyy7-XeLoHhdTtq95vkAc_qTIFuzxHrbLahh-0gwF_2x9Mg6_nl0Eq3PO-vGpS3Lj2F6BJfRIFazHRfMDA6J_KdCsWs3oBqydGu-d6rsqniDCk29thrNsfSbEB3Z8E2h2nlAbz8RvYoT8PZ/w640-h384/001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The Lunar New Year is rapidly approaching, and I will be traveling through Changi Airport during that time. The airport has also been adorned with decorations that reflect the Lunar New Year theme, creating a festive atmosphere to welcome the upcoming year.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX-fhu5DAMftM-Z37fqx_zDAGOnoYB7gliG67kYosIZ3FnXuyDUCo4GrqUWvf-LVKrzplTg7x6FJ4yQmvn6kTgllCV_7LaMFpS1Vt2CdfpP_89XHFdPHtY6xTT_azgKaxhZx-tvtYD7Vn5OaVevbbeAjCG5pBvYoHEOluT7FHyTVc_1-ZznCEJmIPQfENc/s1200/002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX-fhu5DAMftM-Z37fqx_zDAGOnoYB7gliG67kYosIZ3FnXuyDUCo4GrqUWvf-LVKrzplTg7x6FJ4yQmvn6kTgllCV_7LaMFpS1Vt2CdfpP_89XHFdPHtY6xTT_azgKaxhZx-tvtYD7Vn5OaVevbbeAjCG5pBvYoHEOluT7FHyTVc_1-ZznCEJmIPQfENc/w640-h384/002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The shops in the transit area even have a giant Chinese dragon set up. Is the year of the Dragon after all.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRR_8HSlKT6uegRtnEpKWwVCZZERF4uywGz9pU5tXV-qBYCQlZSukRKBNKkL_3J-lBNVfkKVFQLiHfxcsd9mCZRM5OqforyjY4wMN5Mj_WTfRLw1x1Ff23LvdYJVidhdfMidBd1V6tkjJ2uHnKsqGvlrvW1LSRs2ZMKclzmGDzStu9H5MmkjbrHlVyv_3-/s1200/003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRR_8HSlKT6uegRtnEpKWwVCZZERF4uywGz9pU5tXV-qBYCQlZSukRKBNKkL_3J-lBNVfkKVFQLiHfxcsd9mCZRM5OqforyjY4wMN5Mj_WTfRLw1x1Ff23LvdYJVidhdfMidBd1V6tkjJ2uHnKsqGvlrvW1LSRs2ZMKclzmGDzStu9H5MmkjbrHlVyv_3-/w640-h384/003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>When my flight takes off, I can see the sun has risen and a complete view of the airport by the window.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTzupg5BOQSy-n4tAm2vcp0Lx8L0_eV5b6F55iePQfMq5MhVpKOeVJunJncSz71BsuXdocY_kF3Z0pOYi8rdvS7FKcipIMzTefycA1GeUrF6J4hEg0DAxHkbbaLTOasOX_Bkb-vJkwEeu7jWP1-k21jlpV0d73fdM8U0w_XkgO9JrHF_-NhcZhaNEBA_rc/s1200/004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTzupg5BOQSy-n4tAm2vcp0Lx8L0_eV5b6F55iePQfMq5MhVpKOeVJunJncSz71BsuXdocY_kF3Z0pOYi8rdvS7FKcipIMzTefycA1GeUrF6J4hEg0DAxHkbbaLTOasOX_Bkb-vJkwEeu7jWP1-k21jlpV0d73fdM8U0w_XkgO9JrHF_-NhcZhaNEBA_rc/w640-h384/004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Just before I landed in Chiangmai airport, I spotted a Heart shaped lake! Valentine is also just around the corner, it will be a good idea to spend time with your love one there.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHCL9UHcQE4Jx7J1hz0KtKq_5jNNr_x7gVcNhA58NUAeBxwUkWCFbZz3Nxz_HKVJtVsPTI6ulyTpcygNaviJNAUDPV_am0mjuhwnfeI7mFG_683zNAcYcCAqUl7tLWP3jk7wHDwkdS20Bl6ba3rn5BYtp6UiIXG1cys5QoEXAxPYs3Y3q-jj6TW1L5Qi4v/s1200/005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHCL9UHcQE4Jx7J1hz0KtKq_5jNNr_x7gVcNhA58NUAeBxwUkWCFbZz3Nxz_HKVJtVsPTI6ulyTpcygNaviJNAUDPV_am0mjuhwnfeI7mFG_683zNAcYcCAqUl7tLWP3jk7wHDwkdS20Bl6ba3rn5BYtp6UiIXG1cys5QoEXAxPYs3Y3q-jj6TW1L5Qi4v/w640-h384/005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>As soon as I landed, head over to a local restaurant for lunch before continuing our journey to Ban Hong of some wildlife adventure.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4gUZiurnd74XUMMQKePdXZBejoxZgOadjzTaJQZB-zBUqkxS_iWM2mwnv2E_k-NrtEVTfRIiAfMaNzWZDESA37vyXePNqvPGHhj4XiC3fs7NDSzfVJur0RvsPmJwi3qDXgI6bp_pt2zOkeNcUNR1IQjeOlNYPC6B8e-_KPnVLv9Zr_Yt0VxN_1ekMeJ2B/s1200/006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4gUZiurnd74XUMMQKePdXZBejoxZgOadjzTaJQZB-zBUqkxS_iWM2mwnv2E_k-NrtEVTfRIiAfMaNzWZDESA37vyXePNqvPGHhj4XiC3fs7NDSzfVJur0RvsPmJwi3qDXgI6bp_pt2zOkeNcUNR1IQjeOlNYPC6B8e-_KPnVLv9Zr_Yt0VxN_1ekMeJ2B/w640-h384/006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I have a bowl of "Khao sui", also known as yellow curry noodle that is unique to North Thailand. Can't wait to start clicking my camera later at Pabanhong Non-Hunting area for some wildlife photography!<br /> <p></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-61974677618085671562023-03-27T11:07:00.000+08:002023-03-27T11:07:17.620+08:00Birding in Hokkaido<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Before my trip to Hokkaido, I have no idea what to expect or how different are there in terms of birding in the totally different environment that I so used to in the hot & humid tropical. Beside the warm clothing which is most important one. My personal opinion, a good pair of gloves is equally important. Our fingers have a higher surface to volume ratio, as such they lose heat much faster than other part of our body. I brought 2 pairs of gloves with me for my last Hokkaido winter trip. One is the usual well insulated gloves similar to ski gloves and another just a fleece gloves that give good insulation yet retain flexibility to click on the shutter. I basically change my right hand gloves between shooting and when looking for birds.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As with birding at any part of the world, joy of birding is to be able to spot them in their natural habitat. The easiest part is to spot the clue they left behind such as their dropping or to know where they will look for food. A fruiting tree is always a good place to start or wait.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-IUQnlc4GcWb7HUy9J3IDOaW_vNnR8kgqlEbPNNaJHeOR7yFf08CQKt3wY-kwbeS1AgeeAihHtFpjMaeae82U8Pq3xMkNYXQr4YrCFUXa1P4Bv0I8HYDph1Wvn9NX6GvothCXgFJsl0t2HDsqITBmGJs4YvY6BC3h9oSGs1bp5YZDfcxK2KPoAofGA/s1000/mmHKDDSC_8939.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="638" data-original-width="1000" height="408" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-IUQnlc4GcWb7HUy9J3IDOaW_vNnR8kgqlEbPNNaJHeOR7yFf08CQKt3wY-kwbeS1AgeeAihHtFpjMaeae82U8Pq3xMkNYXQr4YrCFUXa1P4Bv0I8HYDph1Wvn9NX6GvothCXgFJsl0t2HDsqITBmGJs4YvY6BC3h9oSGs1bp5YZDfcxK2KPoAofGA/w640-h408/mmHKDDSC_8939.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I am so happy to see a fruiting tree and true enough, I don't have to wait for long. The first bird that appear is this Brown-eared Bulbul. They come in waves.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX5pMZnL8EYKF-G3L4Kiha_ebCK1mNGA7wCAYWTZwA75-dTM7aFoGgBn2Syz02b_A18tP7kjk9MnrDgkd2nmVd3Bpoi_S6lkdMJZn03EFrHA7iAquU9OqH7QExwkqgE1u5N7zYgO8RWmTpsNr5LOTS6HbPeOxQkdaCWEXEir1TCHEm0i67tBpzRpyOog/s1000/mmHKDDSC_8952.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="590" data-original-width="1000" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX5pMZnL8EYKF-G3L4Kiha_ebCK1mNGA7wCAYWTZwA75-dTM7aFoGgBn2Syz02b_A18tP7kjk9MnrDgkd2nmVd3Bpoi_S6lkdMJZn03EFrHA7iAquU9OqH7QExwkqgE1u5N7zYgO8RWmTpsNr5LOTS6HbPeOxQkdaCWEXEir1TCHEm0i67tBpzRpyOog/w640-h378/mmHKDDSC_8952.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Japanese waxwing come in the next wave.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie1T65rkZ1_bNuMe2aDh45cFilCLyzWlLDw6nJuC1EfWOZNUtq1ah-36ra6lzo-ilIgstDiQmE9qZUs4zfj_7SX8c6btWgDpJIT3EY_iO4GzHfVwIRTHKZqrf4q3KuUfbgoZONzKkJhrXGdl2o4iUh5hSmSPQxeogjJnsvhGHqNWO9Ew8-T--qOlHNYQ/s1000/mmHKDDSC_8985.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="679" data-original-width="1000" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie1T65rkZ1_bNuMe2aDh45cFilCLyzWlLDw6nJuC1EfWOZNUtq1ah-36ra6lzo-ilIgstDiQmE9qZUs4zfj_7SX8c6btWgDpJIT3EY_iO4GzHfVwIRTHKZqrf4q3KuUfbgoZONzKkJhrXGdl2o4iUh5hSmSPQxeogjJnsvhGHqNWO9Ew8-T--qOlHNYQ/w640-h434/mmHKDDSC_8985.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Dusky thrush made the appearance too.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg71DyWoyjDdMAnF7FI8LEOWlTK165EJjJIxaXFxEHmbZ7XkmwmjlO1g4G7J8tnN5lOnHzb_Zob-5OrDVG2l9HuLLIGQJXa2YRsf1wml372x7Ge8ztsSk_kOs5s6kNrTi_VY2YThwBtFPhvE_mFCVrtM0NFHMxin_-B1fosgCSwKq-UQz1AaalQFJ3ohw/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9088.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="592" data-original-width="1000" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg71DyWoyjDdMAnF7FI8LEOWlTK165EJjJIxaXFxEHmbZ7XkmwmjlO1g4G7J8tnN5lOnHzb_Zob-5OrDVG2l9HuLLIGQJXa2YRsf1wml372x7Ge8ztsSk_kOs5s6kNrTi_VY2YThwBtFPhvE_mFCVrtM0NFHMxin_-B1fosgCSwKq-UQz1AaalQFJ3ohw/w640-h378/mmHKDDSC_9088.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The next clue is to follow their calls. Just follow where the noise came from.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyaB8U9du_XhTwxBEA4-vvddvyqdObpBBBLzSleiUYpRBrqtTH7xXBDKKGq8K-Y80CEPljkAmERRJUK66UNNTL79QUssF4A6szDxV8DXdQXpwD9CPGJEQWel5KrNPH9jJVm7BYEbZdO9tMUE89Lb27wqq78e1XRxUTQ8L_QvalJk_QjLw6jQ8wPfRuMQ/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9105.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="658" data-original-width="1000" height="422" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyaB8U9du_XhTwxBEA4-vvddvyqdObpBBBLzSleiUYpRBrqtTH7xXBDKKGq8K-Y80CEPljkAmERRJUK66UNNTL79QUssF4A6szDxV8DXdQXpwD9CPGJEQWel5KrNPH9jJVm7BYEbZdO9tMUE89Lb27wqq78e1XRxUTQ8L_QvalJk_QjLw6jQ8wPfRuMQ/w640-h422/mmHKDDSC_9105.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I also pay attention to movement. This is particular useful for this Red squirrel.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiD-gVgBXjrs51-LLMG7Q2ZW1MJLfVRW8aPWqAqiR5uiDOc9K74bEtC0A-vwoWWxgqyCPIbnu3yZJkUXYc4SC3retMQsiDZhBA8oOTbGSs5AyDPYGU3re8LS8Z-69RXa1ENWwF79pGsbF53LBZFni_y16AF7bs_5YjSd2uauGz9wdxJu5bEfSzeC6-6g/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9405.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiD-gVgBXjrs51-LLMG7Q2ZW1MJLfVRW8aPWqAqiR5uiDOc9K74bEtC0A-vwoWWxgqyCPIbnu3yZJkUXYc4SC3retMQsiDZhBA8oOTbGSs5AyDPYGU3re8LS8Z-69RXa1ENWwF79pGsbF53LBZFni_y16AF7bs_5YjSd2uauGz9wdxJu5bEfSzeC6-6g/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_9405.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Knowing your target bird feeding behavior helps you to spot them easier at the usual feeding spot.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZYh1ihnNCQ04yIms9jMFfFCeZG8bsdS1Y9c-h1WXh9h1OSnJKmRhhPMfNZDv_YElo3Ltbnkri8i76SkO4vXgskTTqo2xf49Q11GEciO6bQOIDQF0QShulgbjDdJxIdI6AAjm7hqyjGKkAkYKXO2tiJd7gZdt6muPetKIBIvuEl_UQA9PPOnU7Yakt4A/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9806.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZYh1ihnNCQ04yIms9jMFfFCeZG8bsdS1Y9c-h1WXh9h1OSnJKmRhhPMfNZDv_YElo3Ltbnkri8i76SkO4vXgskTTqo2xf49Q11GEciO6bQOIDQF0QShulgbjDdJxIdI6AAjm7hqyjGKkAkYKXO2tiJd7gZdt6muPetKIBIvuEl_UQA9PPOnU7Yakt4A/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_9806.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>All the photos above have one thing in common, they are all feeding. I find their food source and wait for them to appear.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipX-Cpqp1plG1R_f--bC-Fzm8Fzw_f0FxwxJ6q6XaSCS2WvmWB3UBHCE2VUwlTiZi9V-c75uqcXd-NLBl0V9i-NoTItW1YAR2i8G2S45Civ5GzHmdr3OApNG3aiVN0AmQeR2giQCEyFzaOvs82v6SONMym1qdOtSN6Gn0rkHBGleEg-gcsbQTIVmFoSw/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9998.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipX-Cpqp1plG1R_f--bC-Fzm8Fzw_f0FxwxJ6q6XaSCS2WvmWB3UBHCE2VUwlTiZi9V-c75uqcXd-NLBl0V9i-NoTItW1YAR2i8G2S45Civ5GzHmdr3OApNG3aiVN0AmQeR2giQCEyFzaOvs82v6SONMym1qdOtSN6Gn0rkHBGleEg-gcsbQTIVmFoSw/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_9998.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Alternatively, there are feeding station during winter where food source are scarce. You may visit these sanctuary.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPdSViIn1U403nlF99LtWQnA68x_z1M2ZGBYo_cPvI7pKOQ4eqb4lGXWnPIR2N4J-SXYjWnUghF21pa1s5CheB8x1Nma2len6NFVva3pBNx7IfAvWFOrGpR1oVOf98fXg405agDzQ8JL1EpIXofhKJObtK0GTGyGz_ltMCnVbqDszOK6XWiMDuy2MTbw/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9999.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPdSViIn1U403nlF99LtWQnA68x_z1M2ZGBYo_cPvI7pKOQ4eqb4lGXWnPIR2N4J-SXYjWnUghF21pa1s5CheB8x1Nma2len6NFVva3pBNx7IfAvWFOrGpR1oVOf98fXg405agDzQ8JL1EpIXofhKJObtK0GTGyGz_ltMCnVbqDszOK6XWiMDuy2MTbw/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_9999.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Tsurui-Ito Sanctuary is one such place that you might not want to miss.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-84212573432061146432023-03-24T22:43:00.002+08:002023-03-24T22:43:57.516+08:00Birding In The Snow<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For a person from tropical, I always wonder what it is like to watch wildlife in the snow? I am so use to watching and take photo of wildlife in the rain but never during snowing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For Hokkaido during winter, there is no guarantee that it will snow everyday or most importantly during the day. It is common to snow in the night but it will be too dark to take any photo without using of lighting equipment which may interrupt the usual behavior's of the wildlife.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmlLG1GpM94vh5UcrP0_nbKmAn1hXs2nhDFXkO67hwJVgRyWRudqjGQpWKSVRHRFfIhCEThPaihSbOBm7FRbyru4IdL559sV9GLp3k1oIo70NYvll4gU0g84kgUY_SrS-sjYdqTuhGLEFIOs62hXI-znm83oDy0lpFxpQibo5Z8C8pYBoELKndNb-FmA/s1000/001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="562" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmlLG1GpM94vh5UcrP0_nbKmAn1hXs2nhDFXkO67hwJVgRyWRudqjGQpWKSVRHRFfIhCEThPaihSbOBm7FRbyru4IdL559sV9GLp3k1oIo70NYvll4gU0g84kgUY_SrS-sjYdqTuhGLEFIOs62hXI-znm83oDy0lpFxpQibo5Z8C8pYBoELKndNb-FmA/w640-h360/001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>It must be my lucky day when I visit Notsuke Peninsula and it started snowing.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHIoMRzBreINcLLISHXPoPyIK78kvmxxAs8FTlrnxYa5vZgLopeRUBhF9Vp1-A7SqjElipTZe-hlXMIXxHtnZN5KOojxA7ODozMFnDRLutR6vdbkMTbcbVdHOHU21aCiv9hjzqa_IISaxc_vKWfcr-rNuvR1YZWhWLx_zW2I2PeHZl7AgzaniCcpywIg/s1000/mmHKDDSC_6282.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHIoMRzBreINcLLISHXPoPyIK78kvmxxAs8FTlrnxYa5vZgLopeRUBhF9Vp1-A7SqjElipTZe-hlXMIXxHtnZN5KOojxA7ODozMFnDRLutR6vdbkMTbcbVdHOHU21aCiv9hjzqa_IISaxc_vKWfcr-rNuvR1YZWhWLx_zW2I2PeHZl7AgzaniCcpywIg/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_6282.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The snow add some magical feel for the photo of these Sika deer.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm3LMiYATM0YL5avq9SUhpu2-3YIUGZq8KjvrzG9RgodBhm6SQvLOe6sY_BCGIxZWlZUH8GkEHfdddpL9RpWhdKQasz7oVK_THdcAGjbMTEyN_Np3ggeSy7NjNo0LE95b3WCyWHsRqlM7FCO9plfr4BsHsgO57HAcmHjcyIZq8BLISElKRObV3tF84yw/s1000/mmHKDDSC_6314.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="1000" height="504" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm3LMiYATM0YL5avq9SUhpu2-3YIUGZq8KjvrzG9RgodBhm6SQvLOe6sY_BCGIxZWlZUH8GkEHfdddpL9RpWhdKQasz7oVK_THdcAGjbMTEyN_Np3ggeSy7NjNo0LE95b3WCyWHsRqlM7FCO9plfr4BsHsgO57HAcmHjcyIZq8BLISElKRObV3tF84yw/w640-h504/mmHKDDSC_6314.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Slaty-backed gull fly pass during this heavy snow.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineEIOTwyugW486AHSzScpChfZakr7Ve-HJsy9GDCc1VtkqoteTTnOph96My3Ov71SPEJg0MTe8dMH7gYRsBKOkwLMQ7DXmXfDOyTeMAo9lxVSc-_ll0RNEZbQ4Yrb0KC1uviOeRk1_7oh4Cs9sELRfZR4YZ1sqBoitIZiGudUAnb7INuesEkkKjG8gg/s1000/mmHKDDSC_6329.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="582" data-original-width="1000" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineEIOTwyugW486AHSzScpChfZakr7Ve-HJsy9GDCc1VtkqoteTTnOph96My3Ov71SPEJg0MTe8dMH7gYRsBKOkwLMQ7DXmXfDOyTeMAo9lxVSc-_ll0RNEZbQ4Yrb0KC1uviOeRk1_7oh4Cs9sELRfZR4YZ1sqBoitIZiGudUAnb7INuesEkkKjG8gg/w640-h372/mmHKDDSC_6329.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvQQ7X-V9S-cdi0pz6Bl7K2tJ42tcqU0T5pVK8eOaS5atKALUHkc6_1K2Uktx_tty766ouz8nJ7p59rhht5W0wXLjJyTVYafWaHTsz37cbEJwPbqgPDgWvbM71_iMhZKFKJ_any-KBKgCkxvqHwWTKzqlXayGYyP84MwFKx7VicN3huKavF23XXvExqg/s1000/mmHKDDSC_6349.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="656" data-original-width="1000" height="420" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvQQ7X-V9S-cdi0pz6Bl7K2tJ42tcqU0T5pVK8eOaS5atKALUHkc6_1K2Uktx_tty766ouz8nJ7p59rhht5W0wXLjJyTVYafWaHTsz37cbEJwPbqgPDgWvbM71_iMhZKFKJ_any-KBKgCkxvqHwWTKzqlXayGYyP84MwFKx7VicN3huKavF23XXvExqg/w640-h420/mmHKDDSC_6349.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The Hokkaido Red Fox running in the snow covered field.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyOHdH04rHBvR5tHGAQuXqmXYp3L51WlKoJnw-zR50iDzikAAQPtbIKW-vxEXOQ9_efEbQtuVf6PoLFbl07jeIAE6ZEJ9p-1ptSRmtX0zCDAk-PAZthuutyrYBZIkT8_cqnLyp82vTFbEVlVodCUVFAmKcea-1ZmaCsFCjy2FDd4zN6LTlwFhtUm-vg/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9998.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyOHdH04rHBvR5tHGAQuXqmXYp3L51WlKoJnw-zR50iDzikAAQPtbIKW-vxEXOQ9_efEbQtuVf6PoLFbl07jeIAE6ZEJ9p-1ptSRmtX0zCDAk-PAZthuutyrYBZIkT8_cqnLyp82vTFbEVlVodCUVFAmKcea-1ZmaCsFCjy2FDd4zN6LTlwFhtUm-vg/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_9998.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>My luck continue into the night and I took this photo out of my hostel window at night at Rausu.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-R_SRvxnEgFHXCSE_IR1LyxyabJog_PkQ_J6ki_fZRnr6CngN8LzazTdvOPXrGAvaVBb-nLaZnCUpomX_WPjFkYwUsu8slonC2n3kC9P5_pWTDjRbOJt8Z3up4iHjWbB2fpXxlf13E7DdtwcD8c9AmN4csdmeWT5ZoD5yLEkqHltgks_MrBUKTCiq3w/s1000/mmHKDDSC_9999.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-R_SRvxnEgFHXCSE_IR1LyxyabJog_PkQ_J6ki_fZRnr6CngN8LzazTdvOPXrGAvaVBb-nLaZnCUpomX_WPjFkYwUsu8slonC2n3kC9P5_pWTDjRbOJt8Z3up4iHjWbB2fpXxlf13E7DdtwcD8c9AmN4csdmeWT5ZoD5yLEkqHltgks_MrBUKTCiq3w/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_9999.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I even get to shoot this Hokkaido Red Fox out scavenging for food at night and is snowing!<div><br /></div><div>The big difference between shooting in the rain and shooting during snow is the risk of camera getting water damage. Shooting in the snow pose lower risk of water damage as the snow did not melt easily under sub-zero temperature and I just simply wipe them off my camera/lens. Something new for me😊.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p></div>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-8078518611968383552023-03-17T10:11:00.000+08:002023-03-17T10:11:55.071+08:00Red Crowned Crane Watching in Hokkaido<p>Those who wants to watch and take photo of Red Crowned Crane, Hokkaido is the place to visit especially during winter. Most people will visit Otowa Bridge in the pre-dawn hour as this is the known roosting place for Red crowned cranes. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWvzF5FBDRSzqVXGQymmxa_XhmtOx27KGN_SYbdE4_LSklFtPNk3IAEkZpc8lm7b_BtCdd-I0LcN-wm4UAk1JP5CmwZxtEVbHt2ZeynlvW7rMSQGb9liLTyeZIAofbJXML-OaoGXqIxTczZVaIVscgcqoGY4CBLaW4z7T5VaUyETQkTnES3DT0JD8sHQ/s1000/001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="619" data-original-width="1000" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWvzF5FBDRSzqVXGQymmxa_XhmtOx27KGN_SYbdE4_LSklFtPNk3IAEkZpc8lm7b_BtCdd-I0LcN-wm4UAk1JP5CmwZxtEVbHt2ZeynlvW7rMSQGb9liLTyeZIAofbJXML-OaoGXqIxTczZVaIVscgcqoGY4CBLaW4z7T5VaUyETQkTnES3DT0JD8sHQ/w640-h396/001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The next best place to visit is Tsurui-Ito Tancho Sanctuary where food source are secured and supplied by the sanctuary. Here, you may watch them up close and can be less than a meter or two at times. The photo above are taken at the sanctuary.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTjAcshTAsoHhzlkT5-aX_jORCClgxLhj8g-yFUg2RQKU0g39kIJYk45HAezQLwI5w2-oSHoEiXm5HQwYbyVIPDlJT4c_nCpgQg2wxvloBDt2EOq0OchNvzwPyxFoo65_Y-3JbYTclubZsiYw-YM8vSRZ4_uuM3YFntu3v7-H0_qf3Cy_tek6mOdgfrA/s1000/002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTjAcshTAsoHhzlkT5-aX_jORCClgxLhj8g-yFUg2RQKU0g39kIJYk45HAezQLwI5w2-oSHoEiXm5HQwYbyVIPDlJT4c_nCpgQg2wxvloBDt2EOq0OchNvzwPyxFoo65_Y-3JbYTclubZsiYw-YM8vSRZ4_uuM3YFntu3v7-H0_qf3Cy_tek6mOdgfrA/w640-h426/002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Since this is my 2nd trip there, I go other options. Trying to watch them out of these 2 popular spot.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5NrjdPHLkb3GGK8yJBz440p7au_swoztlVOpmJPnU_s0fmVim3686DJoD4lE-KLSmuwO57w11GKhrNz6UbxQD1rft-QZu4G5xuv60ZmkAV9xtpybnqp7EBcd_heU42YfCYgEURrRBtXtccQQwYO2bGlErLiXtGMOoae6Je7L6d8ht98BascoLPxb8sw/s1000/003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="1000" height="336" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5NrjdPHLkb3GGK8yJBz440p7au_swoztlVOpmJPnU_s0fmVim3686DJoD4lE-KLSmuwO57w11GKhrNz6UbxQD1rft-QZu4G5xuv60ZmkAV9xtpybnqp7EBcd_heU42YfCYgEURrRBtXtccQQwYO2bGlErLiXtGMOoae6Je7L6d8ht98BascoLPxb8sw/w640-h336/003.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I estimate the flight path of the cranes from Otowa bridge and just wait for them at the road side. True enough, I get what I wish for. A crane with the mountain as background. I purposely choose this photo with the cable line to show that this photo is indeed taken at the roadside.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK2fIRqW34zaHQpYnZAq9RbmqUQGbKaPSWcmaiUs-vHfXFGZVrE7GfL1Sdcwq7o1KvdBIQUtIKE-IV-SqpCbLHnT3EVqdqEMohZig7KFrANLgdBtNa8fgFPEVmrdyhvPZYNrVLj3pQtIRuWqGfkg7PMOjYAeE1JApqzyspMHjM0aFnQqGyTRLkB5esYQ/s1000/004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK2fIRqW34zaHQpYnZAq9RbmqUQGbKaPSWcmaiUs-vHfXFGZVrE7GfL1Sdcwq7o1KvdBIQUtIKE-IV-SqpCbLHnT3EVqdqEMohZig7KFrANLgdBtNa8fgFPEVmrdyhvPZYNrVLj3pQtIRuWqGfkg7PMOjYAeE1JApqzyspMHjM0aFnQqGyTRLkB5esYQ/w640-h426/004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhIJa-IXLZ05xOewJUlpTv8Xm6bDRYZasOYDwlO34Z-MMbuMH588UKXeDLXSL73DghKPPOthmAYbErxnYvoqEMOWfntfn_b0S1ayj98x7MbaP5JSFLXWZDyGa4k0--Vq_CaiXPx_dVyWr_5THMepB6y_lDbllLlhcipRZoK1VjcFdCv5r4Rrv4opazeQ/s1000/005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhIJa-IXLZ05xOewJUlpTv8Xm6bDRYZasOYDwlO34Z-MMbuMH588UKXeDLXSL73DghKPPOthmAYbErxnYvoqEMOWfntfn_b0S1ayj98x7MbaP5JSFLXWZDyGa4k0--Vq_CaiXPx_dVyWr_5THMepB6y_lDbllLlhcipRZoK1VjcFdCv5r4Rrv4opazeQ/w640-h426/005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>You can also choose to include some tree instead of just plain blue sky.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC5ny284Ag1R6P_MOweYGQqOaU_mqZESNA7Q-rCRI3rAALH5uhd6UTa8yHYJgawSwyrMCpm-btBwYRakKYhSko_kjkTZkCqEBBl-T9ULMlj9vRnd3Di1_X7J8ONw0MMLsXOnFTWFGHNFpD6XDzck5RFxTTFt-prLxqJe2UxMOFOaH24MyYit5KjV8Lhw/s1000/006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1000" height="448" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC5ny284Ag1R6P_MOweYGQqOaU_mqZESNA7Q-rCRI3rAALH5uhd6UTa8yHYJgawSwyrMCpm-btBwYRakKYhSko_kjkTZkCqEBBl-T9ULMlj9vRnd3Di1_X7J8ONw0MMLsXOnFTWFGHNFpD6XDzck5RFxTTFt-prLxqJe2UxMOFOaH24MyYit5KjV8Lhw/w640-h448/006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I also spotted one and use the tree as the window for framing.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyXo8JcdbGxuNtOlLNkGKoKeEbbQWF-N0qzasLDqv-F2GyIRyiks0PH8KFWyJ-JDjMHnknKuqIzSR7T1AQQxny5ssCiy-kIBp_hW9RqWiOrMXfcfTnJnuSBJiONk35lWDUh65DHwwmk3pEt6k0ruCZnZiC5K9nTLGl0PeoNyG2VeesR6FV_FFpdZjeTg/s1000/007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyXo8JcdbGxuNtOlLNkGKoKeEbbQWF-N0qzasLDqv-F2GyIRyiks0PH8KFWyJ-JDjMHnknKuqIzSR7T1AQQxny5ssCiy-kIBp_hW9RqWiOrMXfcfTnJnuSBJiONk35lWDUh65DHwwmk3pEt6k0ruCZnZiC5K9nTLGl0PeoNyG2VeesR6FV_FFpdZjeTg/w640-h426/007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>If you are lucky enough, you can even have a shot of the cranes having some intimate time of their own. So, just don't stick to those 2 popular spot, move around and you may find something different that may interest you.<br /><p></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-30411031293666645792023-03-15T08:29:00.002+08:002023-03-15T16:36:00.046+08:00Land of the Fox<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My recent trip to Hokkaido during winter saw more foxes than I expected. I seen more Hokkaido Red Fox known as the Ezo Red Fox than I did 3 years ago.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSLazDeq3e3h3jOHzSTampVQ_l8oUxfwBjUagI7l6B-ToGa0qTB0nKAdV7CD06W4QdKvnnuJi2rU1l0ZQZThJKSvSIJtWZBAOpsM71wNW5ve4Wn3oXuFstsZfY0Km7P5ju48eNZYqjPvXo2E_9Qlg0x2URHrJSKq31uLsqu_BBuyQHICCmdpqytLgk4g/s1000/mmHKDDSC_1481.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSLazDeq3e3h3jOHzSTampVQ_l8oUxfwBjUagI7l6B-ToGa0qTB0nKAdV7CD06W4QdKvnnuJi2rU1l0ZQZThJKSvSIJtWZBAOpsM71wNW5ve4Wn3oXuFstsZfY0Km7P5ju48eNZYqjPvXo2E_9Qlg0x2URHrJSKq31uLsqu_BBuyQHICCmdpqytLgk4g/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_1481.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div>This individual was spotted next to Otowo Bridge while I was there watching Red Crowned Crane.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMnPApb7fYArEJKOcqqp3jeScIogX4rjtCgupiTbLTPifZmisOuqj5h9b_CW1PuKwecZvy-snkoFjuqlO9vG6jph5KK11ZPeF4FSPVcR0bLyI0XE_wrWIcpYxGEYBZMdoytHnz976aG4sXP2MKdvJLUu4Nq0MnqWxD32vdExJNXxXjYJvS8S9gI7xisg/s1000/mmHKDDSC_3019.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMnPApb7fYArEJKOcqqp3jeScIogX4rjtCgupiTbLTPifZmisOuqj5h9b_CW1PuKwecZvy-snkoFjuqlO9vG6jph5KK11ZPeF4FSPVcR0bLyI0XE_wrWIcpYxGEYBZMdoytHnz976aG4sXP2MKdvJLUu4Nq0MnqWxD32vdExJNXxXjYJvS8S9gI7xisg/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_3019.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This one was spotted on my way to Tsurui-Ito Tancho Sanctuary from Otowa Bridge.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmTaPWIiLP4Hk5rgsNFsP7spO7Lgr2gKqVfiCfqg4KVXVoDfOk2uuaHkFGl18H5dZvImiBDLwpAoURctggRyY0RjPV5NG9gLW5tqo3TZXX4cHaYS9cBCCDhotdtdrFmU2G2ztDJxggl60bQ0pdIlwTkeMsTeMj_01NjJzPXmiOLKXJIKP3lsz5yOw2gw/s1000/mmHKDDSC_3061.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmTaPWIiLP4Hk5rgsNFsP7spO7Lgr2gKqVfiCfqg4KVXVoDfOk2uuaHkFGl18H5dZvImiBDLwpAoURctggRyY0RjPV5NG9gLW5tqo3TZXX4cHaYS9cBCCDhotdtdrFmU2G2ztDJxggl60bQ0pdIlwTkeMsTeMj_01NjJzPXmiOLKXJIKP3lsz5yOw2gw/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_3061.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Another one that run away before I could get a clear shot.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJaCdQk4OMPkQy_mAL0mr687Dwi9lRCzfqY6jlnDatq5QC2fZLQ50OQsvpwTnKCJi7D2Kd_9G5Eo6PSXuXHwgQiWlAJJjFgVN2zKyqetCnlTMQlM-p67bkcu1iag3MxEcLVpocu4OYn1tS6vlzXzQ_tVFRowXIbdRClHXA-_D6BGoBFcxBHaH4vx6hXg/s1000/mmHKDDSC_3469.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJaCdQk4OMPkQy_mAL0mr687Dwi9lRCzfqY6jlnDatq5QC2fZLQ50OQsvpwTnKCJi7D2Kd_9G5Eo6PSXuXHwgQiWlAJJjFgVN2zKyqetCnlTMQlM-p67bkcu1iag3MxEcLVpocu4OYn1tS6vlzXzQ_tVFRowXIbdRClHXA-_D6BGoBFcxBHaH4vx6hXg/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_3469.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This one was found in Rausu on top of the tunnel.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUWjazVKLwhGIJ5rjTjxt46WFBpwGPqoyosjGIkPkwIpNeXrd7Z-Ka1eAFT_dVRzA7-xPY3CmNFRivJUz276QJeBMCYYe2r-dbDw0145W9apNz1GHlM-vLm_f5uUdVJaO-RAv2AtuJLC9-SUdMTg3JKgSuQ2SB1aPaDweXwHVyDal9EuEnh8HqMwSMDA/s1000/mmHKDDSC_3582.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUWjazVKLwhGIJ5rjTjxt46WFBpwGPqoyosjGIkPkwIpNeXrd7Z-Ka1eAFT_dVRzA7-xPY3CmNFRivJUz276QJeBMCYYe2r-dbDw0145W9apNz1GHlM-vLm_f5uUdVJaO-RAv2AtuJLC9-SUdMTg3JKgSuQ2SB1aPaDweXwHVyDal9EuEnh8HqMwSMDA/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_3582.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This one also spotted in Rausu at night scavenging for food near the ryokan that I stayed.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisihInKaz93NyyaISCczrNR2yEXE4x6QN5-EDVZYmzHNV8F0o5tVfVleB7kRW8QzD6Bbn7zqNWeTKwM6iXxvnxOLSA5xSWxNbmQzXL0MeCGEjnv4ux6OPR0aAhcytLfgIFxFRPL_r-McIC7Qe2xOB30UQIBJq3Vf9x-sSzTkyg1Krb4pCE31u8ts-VuA/s1000/mmHKDDSC_6181.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="626" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisihInKaz93NyyaISCczrNR2yEXE4x6QN5-EDVZYmzHNV8F0o5tVfVleB7kRW8QzD6Bbn7zqNWeTKwM6iXxvnxOLSA5xSWxNbmQzXL0MeCGEjnv4ux6OPR0aAhcytLfgIFxFRPL_r-McIC7Qe2xOB30UQIBJq3Vf9x-sSzTkyg1Krb4pCE31u8ts-VuA/w640-h400/mmHKDDSC_6181.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This one was spotted at Notsuke peninsula trying to hunt for rodents under the snow.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXku-nhyi1ilsdCbs8CzbpDNtr1X9r-gN_QcrdWhYc2wEMSg6RylS8oOJCL712vm4yCMWDFCrdA92fM_AfK9jMtQAJSl8GsUnuF9LWe_lgm5GnNEOw0XJxxVHju_6lg8foCVnoynD5qZHS95yzOUi0jaseplICX3V8dsqXYHOyYswo0mliMWMD0gDzPw/s1000/mmHKDDSC_6187.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="582" data-original-width="1000" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXku-nhyi1ilsdCbs8CzbpDNtr1X9r-gN_QcrdWhYc2wEMSg6RylS8oOJCL712vm4yCMWDFCrdA92fM_AfK9jMtQAJSl8GsUnuF9LWe_lgm5GnNEOw0XJxxVHju_6lg8foCVnoynD5qZHS95yzOUi0jaseplICX3V8dsqXYHOyYswo0mliMWMD0gDzPw/w640-h372/mmHKDDSC_6187.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The same individual after the failed hunt of rodents.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge6Vge7wImK05wG9X2Zq9agNk3admHy93E3-atnewNAoYgDcqdhJS8aomOUfjibVj1ZFkHQa8y6AzteAgOQDMb3eCugCCCa02jslUQyPbgUN02jjYRWxXxpK6fHXTu08GUzTcGcP_YaXEG6tpun63nbHqXGiMd0aVIMsjG72RmyjEZcyVET_rAwLbcWQ/w640-h426/mmHKDDSC_7240.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Also saw at Notsuke peninsula. It appeared that it is easier to spot a red fox here than other part of Hokkaido during winter. So, if you are looking to watch and photograph Ezo Red Fox, Notsuke Peninsula is the place you don't want to miss.~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-59739799086004301862023-03-12T09:06:00.000+08:002023-03-12T09:06:27.890+08:00Frozen Beauty<p>I first visited Hokkaido 3 years ago during their winter and my trip was cut short due to the outbreak of COVID-19. I am finally back for more after 3 years to this part of the frozen world. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip0m28cXbGZwd_r9GpKeJBVdvIpseEI4Quoj_M7PGo9G9DPPmzn17yLLiaDxkqsSPhx4HUVxOtn7tORb4CDYOrZN7r2PRF_4eYRrkkmWCqI1yxRxYGhAlMydesyeqcbLayf3HSwaROWGZBpDvUcT9BaAPQrb7g0wTaA9xKX4ze23__19wEKUCXcOWZ8g/s1000/mm001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1000" height="432" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip0m28cXbGZwd_r9GpKeJBVdvIpseEI4Quoj_M7PGo9G9DPPmzn17yLLiaDxkqsSPhx4HUVxOtn7tORb4CDYOrZN7r2PRF_4eYRrkkmWCqI1yxRxYGhAlMydesyeqcbLayf3HSwaROWGZBpDvUcT9BaAPQrb7g0wTaA9xKX4ze23__19wEKUCXcOWZ8g/w640-h432/mm001.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The first thing I do when arrived at this snowy city is to play with snow for sure. For people from tropical country, we can only watch it in the movie or play with the artificial snow in the theme park.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilJoAexeB7NJLANxhsQKqkp74tAEIxOb6yRxzlZL4MJJcZuvQaSvqPot3dQcf9am05I_ixld0qicMO8XuBtrHLGSM_A5Jw1fQxJ6WN_C_o4tbeNPXZrlxmx9FSFIE-kK-wX-6xc41fe4e9WOgwNdbflw0SMlZrSd82Q9quqid3xyL8PDCGXtVNxbR0mg/s1000/mm002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="575" data-original-width="1000" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilJoAexeB7NJLANxhsQKqkp74tAEIxOb6yRxzlZL4MJJcZuvQaSvqPot3dQcf9am05I_ixld0qicMO8XuBtrHLGSM_A5Jw1fQxJ6WN_C_o4tbeNPXZrlxmx9FSFIE-kK-wX-6xc41fe4e9WOgwNdbflw0SMlZrSd82Q9quqid3xyL8PDCGXtVNxbR0mg/w640-h368/mm002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>My camera's hood started to cover with frost just minutes taken out from my camera bag.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-77140306474368289872023-02-22T10:26:00.002+08:002023-02-22T10:27:13.869+08:00My Bonus for Visiting Jordan (J10/10)<p> </p><p>This trip of my to Jordan not a birding trip, thus I have no proper watching gear with me. Not even a bino but just a compact camera. I am lucky enough to be able to still see and photograph some of them at the tourist attraction area.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibpzZKn4hRDWeDAIep3dY5BFQEbDY8g0NXfju_t5R2jFWHSvJJPFkEi9oPqa0ycUR48Xhy66dAq9ofbmAieLItikU_16sjDcmbc-pz0QniaAKVAWr7e1SyUMzz_xjhcS5m1ZBsDweInhiShjPtPg1gJB4Y6iCy4rB-RkachDaPtQljSj_iHxxQK_betw/s1000/mmjd_brs.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibpzZKn4hRDWeDAIep3dY5BFQEbDY8g0NXfju_t5R2jFWHSvJJPFkEi9oPqa0ycUR48Xhy66dAq9ofbmAieLItikU_16sjDcmbc-pz0QniaAKVAWr7e1SyUMzz_xjhcS5m1ZBsDweInhiShjPtPg1gJB4Y6iCy4rB-RkachDaPtQljSj_iHxxQK_betw/w640-h360/mmjd_brs.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Black Redstart (<i>Phoenicurus ochruros</i>) near my entry spot to the Dead Sea.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIyn09-D-kKVaUxlHyDo-TM_-pebyFhS9QosqI1ip2wjbR_Nr7Bch1IyUJ-Kc3hs2WNpXfA400zrEDyGW2UqOk76frKVRY5XzrtJEECKwKQSZ6sMuZj5VSh00OllakDQ74yWfvLBlBUT8KyAZ5Mom-vXFAX8LeeRxO3jiUU2FWWGrCaV1Ir2u7Yop74Q/s1000/mmjd_bs.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIyn09-D-kKVaUxlHyDo-TM_-pebyFhS9QosqI1ip2wjbR_Nr7Bch1IyUJ-Kc3hs2WNpXfA400zrEDyGW2UqOk76frKVRY5XzrtJEECKwKQSZ6sMuZj5VSh00OllakDQ74yWfvLBlBUT8KyAZ5Mom-vXFAX8LeeRxO3jiUU2FWWGrCaV1Ir2u7Yop74Q/w640-h360/mmjd_bs.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Blackstart (<i>Oenanthe melanura</i>) not to be confused with Black Redstart. This was shot in Wadi Rum<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcvTgW_lu1AjbvlRR8fHq2jclCmbDPsF-bGopEtizIpBzBbi8fxT-ew2IcH7LPLnz9QG3lkJ8a97q9VWoRo9x57M1rWOnLJ3TAqTFCCKZ96QT8di9y_lf-9N0lqJGaAslgfA9GXy8URU-QVl8ui1VEEr32IbrUvNDRY9i4IaadMarSPloHfbzUOIxhnw/s1000/mmjd_hw.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcvTgW_lu1AjbvlRR8fHq2jclCmbDPsF-bGopEtizIpBzBbi8fxT-ew2IcH7LPLnz9QG3lkJ8a97q9VWoRo9x57M1rWOnLJ3TAqTFCCKZ96QT8di9y_lf-9N0lqJGaAslgfA9GXy8URU-QVl8ui1VEEr32IbrUvNDRY9i4IaadMarSPloHfbzUOIxhnw/w640-h360/mmjd_hw.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Hooded wheatear (<i>Oenanthe monacha</i>) my first time seeing a wheatear.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig8V-_Wv4uV1owZBm91HzBLylGJ7Hf23tk0_Jc0Rbs2pnPvvBLvIARY3DRlzXVqe6TwLpXeOqhDiYf2dQccnIvWtqXq6kKmjEAi6y2tG4phK824Qjm_IxFvMpslZ-4mB8J7B15uptOcqjWT8K7FFJiis3iEH4cUrwhY2QcPUduMWrFvib6jyATv_pnzA/s1000/mmjd_prf.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="644" data-original-width="1000" height="412" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig8V-_Wv4uV1owZBm91HzBLylGJ7Hf23tk0_Jc0Rbs2pnPvvBLvIARY3DRlzXVqe6TwLpXeOqhDiYf2dQccnIvWtqXq6kKmjEAi6y2tG4phK824Qjm_IxFvMpslZ-4mB8J7B15uptOcqjWT8K7FFJiis3iEH4cUrwhY2QcPUduMWrFvib6jyATv_pnzA/w640-h412/mmjd_prf.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Pale rockfinch or Pale rock sparrow (<i>Carpospiza brachydactyla</i>)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Z6NeHo523nwqhalvDtX-4Oi7OtYvkFXwqNcuoydszbrYkp2mYsdN5Zo6Di6dyhkmxukorelelvomRUuZxAjARXN9lk85wIn3xvMalxxixiWbsj5HRV_w4CmiASrM2JmN-HnUl51SpOfPKHjGky5hFU97xXQ-1JJarmNOkfnPF0ukjM4FbYwRo0Kg6A/s1000/mmjd_ts.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Z6NeHo523nwqhalvDtX-4Oi7OtYvkFXwqNcuoydszbrYkp2mYsdN5Zo6Di6dyhkmxukorelelvomRUuZxAjARXN9lk85wIn3xvMalxxixiWbsj5HRV_w4CmiASrM2JmN-HnUl51SpOfPKHjGky5hFU97xXQ-1JJarmNOkfnPF0ukjM4FbYwRo0Kg6A/w640-h360/mmjd_ts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Tristram's starling (<i>Onychognathus tristramii</i>)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNADspZtbBI3qKqhgZK-8_p_u1Xy9MLm_2-u6DVNC7_-SoEduks_p2WzYTDui8Hj8-F4dy0Za_8_5VeWkDisorPzVXnFqqiTyLvF7ouDGOcvo4N1t8xJ6XkFiodb4FPpsyswwapfeVzcUlu4jMII-DCESM6ydso_sZuuFiJ0pEf0Yzv0XT4Zd4e9-_AA/s1000/mmjd_wsb.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNADspZtbBI3qKqhgZK-8_p_u1Xy9MLm_2-u6DVNC7_-SoEduks_p2WzYTDui8Hj8-F4dy0Za_8_5VeWkDisorPzVXnFqqiTyLvF7ouDGOcvo4N1t8xJ6XkFiodb4FPpsyswwapfeVzcUlu4jMII-DCESM6ydso_sZuuFiJ0pEf0Yzv0XT4Zd4e9-_AA/w640-h360/mmjd_wsb.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>White-spectacled bulbul (<i>Pycnonotus xanthopygos</i>)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgISOUdDUf9aJ63COt5bjIkkC0HSOa003B5AuN5KCQpPkgdVhzu_RaKyRHnVXtyIfwfDCb_yQGZJeECXaF1hnIgUkETCmBkidcJHQiNxecODuL1UzspVHDymbqmftKtpgZWgsGfXf28_Zf6L-xB5e0I0kNg1q3k-iPtNzaqcJOdvSq1TOplYOfU26qylQ/s1000/mmjd_ww.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgISOUdDUf9aJ63COt5bjIkkC0HSOa003B5AuN5KCQpPkgdVhzu_RaKyRHnVXtyIfwfDCb_yQGZJeECXaF1hnIgUkETCmBkidcJHQiNxecODuL1UzspVHDymbqmftKtpgZWgsGfXf28_Zf6L-xB5e0I0kNg1q3k-iPtNzaqcJOdvSq1TOplYOfU26qylQ/w640-h360/mmjd_ww.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>White-crowned wheatear aka White-crowned black wheatear (<i>Oenanthe leucopyga</i>) looks very similar to Hooded wheatear. Both are shot at Petra.<br /><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-71942181357014184462023-02-21T12:20:00.000+08:002023-02-21T12:20:12.470+08:00Short Visit to Dead Sea at Jordan (J9/10)<p> </p><p>Hearing so much about how salty the Dead Sea are... sounds just not right. Aren't sea water at else where not salty?😂 </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsWzQfLbpD8q4F5lretlKKYemIzIHoTTEScH3oew9ZFf8CEo4QCnmxf2gVX612HBYdxg_6YC9GGis26EzUGoSppGBlpyHLOdYt4V2apCzTwTRBlOtUF0832_zFwf-3o4lEz_wUzVIRlyBovmY-vm-dzc5Q9k2Fq0fORAwyV3X7XDGxyl0qQCJ81JGOg/s1000/mm20221124_150009+0300-1455954.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsWzQfLbpD8q4F5lretlKKYemIzIHoTTEScH3oew9ZFf8CEo4QCnmxf2gVX612HBYdxg_6YC9GGis26EzUGoSppGBlpyHLOdYt4V2apCzTwTRBlOtUF0832_zFwf-3o4lEz_wUzVIRlyBovmY-vm-dzc5Q9k2Fq0fORAwyV3X7XDGxyl0qQCJ81JGOg/w640-h360/mm20221124_150009+0300-1455954.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Located along the Jordan Rift Valley and bordering Israel (seen at the background of the photo). There are many resorts setting up along both sides of the sea. You may choose to access the beach by resort (need to pay) or find a public spot (free but no access to changing room or shower facilities). You may use public beach if you have your own vehicle to act as changing room and brough alone some fresh water to wash up.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXTFJIwC8F-Kx_Csgaqlc6UzBEq4WEnYncyrbj4gy0K3V0LNjcbINUDHaGNeG_WBzhm8PvdK8TXUqTaHEcxRdNiYiRBsCKC3nUB4z4_mYWHMG8DvD-tLaMcBC3xzEX51YAEx1Hd1wEILR_O2Z1NM4CgPPJ1fsS8qFS8PJVVdNp3GzvJ7BqMYj0KgDY-A/s1000/mm20221124_150131+0300-1386060.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXTFJIwC8F-Kx_Csgaqlc6UzBEq4WEnYncyrbj4gy0K3V0LNjcbINUDHaGNeG_WBzhm8PvdK8TXUqTaHEcxRdNiYiRBsCKC3nUB4z4_mYWHMG8DvD-tLaMcBC3xzEX51YAEx1Hd1wEILR_O2Z1NM4CgPPJ1fsS8qFS8PJVVdNp3GzvJ7BqMYj0KgDY-A/w640-h360/mm20221124_150131+0300-1386060.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Salt formation on the beach. The salt/minerals here are much higher compare to other sea that make this place so special and beneficial.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo10iBnrSfBnFkWm35mcMS9Y_mdKD3FMusnsYDVDCqMSGx1Qq-8Ma1ZcHNOZ1jFRyANa6kmxrYL6N84EYCc2KX1ki0YH-H2XgnMvTIFLXz6wUeng5ZdwYzz-dIzAtSxtocElcRjLZLI77654RtbEZH_1nyslWV2GWZ317tJ-ffuaDxTm7h5mBHKUotKg/s1000/mm20221124_151144+0300-2654871.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo10iBnrSfBnFkWm35mcMS9Y_mdKD3FMusnsYDVDCqMSGx1Qq-8Ma1ZcHNOZ1jFRyANa6kmxrYL6N84EYCc2KX1ki0YH-H2XgnMvTIFLXz6wUeng5ZdwYzz-dIzAtSxtocElcRjLZLI77654RtbEZH_1nyslWV2GWZ317tJ-ffuaDxTm7h5mBHKUotKg/w640-h360/mm20221124_151144+0300-2654871.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Since salt are heavier than water, that make us more buoyant and able to float on water easily.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpQ5F_TNeu8b5XDxRbnDS2yIBoDwrQSrCAevpWs5erEnB-J2stbDbFsb3CggRkkdhd3FeVdEJTAB2-E_hIeclrnLiWSJeU0j8YCNa-pCFsKs50BV7QWBHAnXd-8Yas9Hh2uRLBAApN-3FsMypwPpDX_U6qJt_M-KWocZxlkbpxoPqGd3Tu6Mub9Jp_5Q/s1000/mm20221124_151306+0300-2405713.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpQ5F_TNeu8b5XDxRbnDS2yIBoDwrQSrCAevpWs5erEnB-J2stbDbFsb3CggRkkdhd3FeVdEJTAB2-E_hIeclrnLiWSJeU0j8YCNa-pCFsKs50BV7QWBHAnXd-8Yas9Hh2uRLBAApN-3FsMypwPpDX_U6qJt_M-KWocZxlkbpxoPqGd3Tu6Mub9Jp_5Q/w640-h360/mm20221124_151306+0300-2405713.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqsFw6vySwX-bYEZXHYDvCMwPz6hAuEICBlKg5Qf4xGskcfsg8oigHVm3ZDrbpgbGxkcxT_Pz98KcxhmK2AAUMdJcn2majgAjp44JlwqZr4CU4RIgmH_SiAnL3loVjmCsMz27rCPHoiqXFP_U-JQ4Hq_EGg_OPEay3qJ98yNeglwhtq6KSFZ8VXznV6w/s1000/mm20221124_151309+0300-1531328.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqsFw6vySwX-bYEZXHYDvCMwPz6hAuEICBlKg5Qf4xGskcfsg8oigHVm3ZDrbpgbGxkcxT_Pz98KcxhmK2AAUMdJcn2majgAjp44JlwqZr4CU4RIgmH_SiAnL3loVjmCsMz27rCPHoiqXFP_U-JQ4Hq_EGg_OPEay3qJ98yNeglwhtq6KSFZ8VXznV6w/w640-h360/mm20221124_151309+0300-1531328.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2jO5QuiFoIpGuntrGNS1e1IxMLgPp50-YDitbNhC4Wod_ExBX7AKIbeJdiWZBf8lMo6z3LmT_0pxLtF5bmrgF_UYDaIQLgBwNWPEGx1G_URoJHnfHkYKnYSDmRZGubehufptYG7VKMVSsRx8-wZj1E4UAxkzG9NWY-4AxJFCr3pJXJiA9mGk3BOnNsg/s1000/mm20221124_151919+0300-2648283.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2jO5QuiFoIpGuntrGNS1e1IxMLgPp50-YDitbNhC4Wod_ExBX7AKIbeJdiWZBf8lMo6z3LmT_0pxLtF5bmrgF_UYDaIQLgBwNWPEGx1G_URoJHnfHkYKnYSDmRZGubehufptYG7VKMVSsRx8-wZj1E4UAxkzG9NWY-4AxJFCr3pJXJiA9mGk3BOnNsg/w640-h360/mm20221124_151919+0300-2648283.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>No, don't expect a white sandy beach. Instead rock or salt formation is what you will see here.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLflX4YldbGZWEk1Grac7prVtmt1Y7_eiyGID8D5m3J0A_dihhF1oajISv6KjWKJfnsYOr3N5tmj7nMV1gRfqSlVNeFRhYXZZCxx66CL_0uYL4_idQ2WRajn94mr_NkayaRRlolHZDTPnM3-u_y_2wo_8TpeluUeFs4mJeN4ByhQddCYcR6WoT0kjiGg/s1000/mm20221124_152022+0300-1222282.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLflX4YldbGZWEk1Grac7prVtmt1Y7_eiyGID8D5m3J0A_dihhF1oajISv6KjWKJfnsYOr3N5tmj7nMV1gRfqSlVNeFRhYXZZCxx66CL_0uYL4_idQ2WRajn94mr_NkayaRRlolHZDTPnM3-u_y_2wo_8TpeluUeFs4mJeN4ByhQddCYcR6WoT0kjiGg/w640-h360/mm20221124_152022+0300-1222282.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-5Q1-WwUdslISMDBglnW20tlG_FwjhTlPcjmOGN2AREFL4eYOzxgnU_bFsfqdEmqYjWTSEgrg1mQXix5vZoQmUKCMkiwc_9gKMzqt2_cm1Wt0otQ2XJbovKsGOiwhcRnXta3VEjt7MKxxFhvVSxQFmCiUwAIKboGlawu8fs5J1yz5B3b9qUEphNH3_g/s1069/mm20221124_152215+0300-308983.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1069" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-5Q1-WwUdslISMDBglnW20tlG_FwjhTlPcjmOGN2AREFL4eYOzxgnU_bFsfqdEmqYjWTSEgrg1mQXix5vZoQmUKCMkiwc_9gKMzqt2_cm1Wt0otQ2XJbovKsGOiwhcRnXta3VEjt7MKxxFhvVSxQFmCiUwAIKboGlawu8fs5J1yz5B3b9qUEphNH3_g/w598-h640/mm20221124_152215+0300-308983.jpg" width="598" /></a></div>Do you know that this is also the lowest point on earth? My mobile phone show me that I am -427.5m below sea level. Another sense of achievement for been to the lowest point on earth😊<br /><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2993998447858562504.post-62932153997354264622023-02-21T11:51:00.000+08:002023-02-21T11:51:04.044+08:00Mosaic City Hotel of Madaba (J8/10)<p> </p><p>On my way back to Amman, decided to pay Madaba a visit. A city better known as Mosaic City.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPpOhsUrS9YHBgurMOoYkQdNwiwXQC-r8MyeGqm7ZbFp-NhCLW4i-Y9pBY09MbCO_EIUlKWaKUUfrCNrJPNkuaW-KSs8-fj06u59SZUDdsNQ4wazaLnm-8bu-PsvnJdIsIElS8q76JhpDqhF5QqtQ7aY3LId30zam7husvsZZUlmCFuIHIxl2tD7l5CA/s1000/mm20221124_093440+0300-1261327.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPpOhsUrS9YHBgurMOoYkQdNwiwXQC-r8MyeGqm7ZbFp-NhCLW4i-Y9pBY09MbCO_EIUlKWaKUUfrCNrJPNkuaW-KSs8-fj06u59SZUDdsNQ4wazaLnm-8bu-PsvnJdIsIElS8q76JhpDqhF5QqtQ7aY3LId30zam7husvsZZUlmCFuIHIxl2tD7l5CA/w640-h360/mm20221124_093440+0300-1261327.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Saw this wind turbine while on my way north to Madaba . Over 90% of Jordan's energy are imported. This made having sustainable energy production locally even more crucial. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsGQsAbh-ajYpUM-5twP6-KWIfGXDl-pJtHdJsptAm7WSwfR-UqCIUbx2X37pHRmeMUl90qFVZshwkUL4-zRUFuUBK3eqBlZcnyCdzNbJNqPHmOWGdyDUeuATg6otrS7oit2UbeFV-RZkuS6VUU_FbkiA7uWjHd3cEOrlsDyAkerCfYryCPQDB2maQjw/s1000/mm20221124_115634+0300-3049157.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsGQsAbh-ajYpUM-5twP6-KWIfGXDl-pJtHdJsptAm7WSwfR-UqCIUbx2X37pHRmeMUl90qFVZshwkUL4-zRUFuUBK3eqBlZcnyCdzNbJNqPHmOWGdyDUeuATg6otrS7oit2UbeFV-RZkuS6VUU_FbkiA7uWjHd3cEOrlsDyAkerCfYryCPQDB2maQjw/w640-h360/mm20221124_115634+0300-3049157.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Founded 4,500 years ago, Madaba flourished during the Byzantine era as a regional center of religious life.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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You choose what interests you the most and all are in short walking distance.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikE2drJ15XnUm3Xwr89LP5GAzIj9-z1BguNjPK6h24EUVeEo7TZ-V-hkxz3vSh2IwRJNfrLpr2jN6fDEpGcrmX0f1FVYZ6iUYSyQPMZCdsU1zzB2KZugaNZeajZ7y8P2p2g3qoHbS1CJbV3Mo_WOy90wXuZndlS9qhuMCBvqmQTgXKrXTuKjXxd4ukAQ/s1000/mm20221124_131254+0300-2412370.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikE2drJ15XnUm3Xwr89LP5GAzIj9-z1BguNjPK6h24EUVeEo7TZ-V-hkxz3vSh2IwRJNfrLpr2jN6fDEpGcrmX0f1FVYZ6iUYSyQPMZCdsU1zzB2KZugaNZeajZ7y8P2p2g3qoHbS1CJbV3Mo_WOy90wXuZndlS9qhuMCBvqmQTgXKrXTuKjXxd4ukAQ/w640-h360/mm20221124_131254+0300-2412370.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>One of the many private museum in Madaba.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It was just too tiring climbing up and down all the slopes and rocks.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNRUlaZpUhkAWoovVjiJrlqt185RYDmSdLwl-s0muvCVkXLgxorMDCYEVe-7bmdWhWaYByCaNKOl_hQRS3PGvMMVKjb_XAgBXoT1UPIYiWKGx0ybu3T2FPaimP9ynyu9KUCT3cWLlgdZOo6kpi3K_-x6Ef7NaypNkjfqexJNmK0mjkmn-ed_9Q-0sDGg/s1000/mm20221123_084528+0300-1607863.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNRUlaZpUhkAWoovVjiJrlqt185RYDmSdLwl-s0muvCVkXLgxorMDCYEVe-7bmdWhWaYByCaNKOl_hQRS3PGvMMVKjb_XAgBXoT1UPIYiWKGx0ybu3T2FPaimP9ynyu9KUCT3cWLlgdZOo6kpi3K_-x6Ef7NaypNkjfqexJNmK0mjkmn-ed_9Q-0sDGg/w640-h360/mm20221123_084528+0300-1607863.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I am back for more the next day.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkVOJdaBsXnYbCCthWYlLVQvu9hZ5Z1X-mZajkGWWodu3ouV2T7d9pSR9zwC17-l2ZgcK5AklNA5f2yEQfGuC5zUU0HxELq8rCEBtnaUWjNio5eXZie7psE3XaZh5PJZRFgGDP1oMhYXQiLimkat713SEXiU54fh_Q1d2uf6qjJxvOLP3hF_NcQzj0KQ/s1000/mm20221123_085820+0300-5399228.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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This place was once used for important religious ceremonies.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh20Cbio1KY2k-Bka8lbO02BcOjLSbF75P_gLwm_aTdkkMW3VrR0yP2RjmPQ1eeHhZQoTTu25jY_zACUK2CCNa7ejfOjAY5BYWEJoPtVOF7kdgvzfxbVnRKInEqaCdADwcPC8eDD_WE1L6jjn4tJFWmfa7MtlTW-TZf1Kiu-brmhsjbO5JUX7doJVq-zg/s1000/mm20221123_101113+0300-1883322.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh20Cbio1KY2k-Bka8lbO02BcOjLSbF75P_gLwm_aTdkkMW3VrR0yP2RjmPQ1eeHhZQoTTu25jY_zACUK2CCNa7ejfOjAY5BYWEJoPtVOF7kdgvzfxbVnRKInEqaCdADwcPC8eDD_WE1L6jjn4tJFWmfa7MtlTW-TZf1Kiu-brmhsjbO5JUX7doJVq-zg/w640-h360/mm20221123_101113+0300-1883322.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Apart from the pit, the view here is spectacular.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkSg2N9q27h62d48H_MIEhzpCmQnGTOhR9SPVxdn4wCaN-R9MZGgOvxAtkk7B8J9_TWIHEor4gp5UTn1wWJoHsFu-NAQUIRAIQekJD05v-tVPZq0rC90jFfjg7QCFy-MashgmDE3ac6uuq916UBVe-X1-paq-PjHONVuC1bDj0rgMrdlqUepdb7i0iVw/s1000/mm20221123_101124+0300-2722704.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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It became the subject of many attacks, but the mountainous region made it an impenetrable fortress. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBegiywxFflwPSyaEbOz7VFBPjxGqWDnqrWmDcyi5BkQ0dXcvM9rOYpDko7PO-kcAWm9DhmUcyEUI1kT6mcvSuDS_raBwvfi8GzPaSAs728V_5wWjF6xOE_4vgKsNLfX0QEAFcO8jZe8IdQC350I9-zHd7X3Aqim7qu1MDkYe3IzXetpnNJukK8vrxJg/s1000/mm20221122_082916+0300-2643135.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBegiywxFflwPSyaEbOz7VFBPjxGqWDnqrWmDcyi5BkQ0dXcvM9rOYpDko7PO-kcAWm9DhmUcyEUI1kT6mcvSuDS_raBwvfi8GzPaSAs728V_5wWjF6xOE_4vgKsNLfX0QEAFcO8jZe8IdQC350I9-zHd7X3Aqim7qu1MDkYe3IzXetpnNJukK8vrxJg/w640-h360/mm20221122_082916+0300-2643135.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> It then sat uninhabited for over five centuries until rediscovered later in 1812.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTj_Jx42cgWEOG2Dr6RmcfM48QwYLbTN6aZ3hbNaHy9nJ7r4n1dIxWVVRDBw8XXq0IcDGojlQum6J5Zk_qjJtpWgHLqYKv6uzu4EP58HrIeG4p5OOXWEGqtO3aeIUOK12434RMguUI4gLN010BNesJLSRUDT3WlwSig9-C7SEuZTT_tMIA_ACMBrenGg/s1000/mm20221122_085752+0300-2019182.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTj_Jx42cgWEOG2Dr6RmcfM48QwYLbTN6aZ3hbNaHy9nJ7r4n1dIxWVVRDBw8XXq0IcDGojlQum6J5Zk_qjJtpWgHLqYKv6uzu4EP58HrIeG4p5OOXWEGqtO3aeIUOK12434RMguUI4gLN010BNesJLSRUDT3WlwSig9-C7SEuZTT_tMIA_ACMBrenGg/w640-h360/mm20221122_085752+0300-2019182.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The entrance to the city of Petra is by a narrow passage cut through the sandstone as a result of years of rain and wind.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwVk1vhImJcTOxaWefCPzmbZcJNpypf1ZaYSXjpxoLKwMNv-Jn1GL7PJd9UPcopWj06F7loYPfSL_Yy_5-Bddu7eb_N22VyQeOdGWKalurs-NDOfyT5Az5PEztUQTbFv0YBkvgUK9BjXxr--aUCT0cL9mzBjYH7Q69lK1mnwZ8-V3AlMAhYwaZhUfPyg/s1000/mm20221122_091302+0300-3751034.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwVk1vhImJcTOxaWefCPzmbZcJNpypf1ZaYSXjpxoLKwMNv-Jn1GL7PJd9UPcopWj06F7loYPfSL_Yy_5-Bddu7eb_N22VyQeOdGWKalurs-NDOfyT5Az5PEztUQTbFv0YBkvgUK9BjXxr--aUCT0cL9mzBjYH7Q69lK1mnwZ8-V3AlMAhYwaZhUfPyg/w640-h360/mm20221122_091302+0300-3751034.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>You may not heard of Petra before, but if you are a fan of the movie Indiana Jones, you will not miss it. Appearing during the climax of the 1989 movie Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, this location - known as The Treasury makes for an impressive backdrop to the mystery and chaos of the film’s final moments. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguS0wMDyfrYDQe1pJsMjIz-bLEjyEZJq9XgLR7K2NoBi5uODj9GrDWJYGilUPAXSwmbT7lPx6Budmic9mdwYEOd7Yz9wJqT5AldBnfwYEbYHN_E32oGOhgomlut4G7FqUQBcGM0L9GgSayjHArdxHDp_TF9EFDus4emPCjZlbP2dZ8PKCdMx-KjHKMKQ/s1000/mm20221122_094449+0300-3991602.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguS0wMDyfrYDQe1pJsMjIz-bLEjyEZJq9XgLR7K2NoBi5uODj9GrDWJYGilUPAXSwmbT7lPx6Budmic9mdwYEOd7Yz9wJqT5AldBnfwYEbYHN_E32oGOhgomlut4G7FqUQBcGM0L9GgSayjHArdxHDp_TF9EFDus4emPCjZlbP2dZ8PKCdMx-KjHKMKQ/w640-h360/mm20221122_094449+0300-3991602.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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This is another site that need a full day for better experience. There are still many point of interest that I didn't manage to cover and will have to come back again the next day.<br /><p><br /></p>~mantamola~http://www.blogger.com/profile/10869578750512343969noreply@blogger.com0