Mangrove Pitta of Singapore

Mangrove pittas (Pitta megarhyncha) are rare resident of Singapore and are considered as nationally-endengered due to loss of habitat.

Is certainly a great pleasure to watch this beautiful bird feeding at the few remained mangrove in Singapore.

Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games

No birding or any nature trip for me last week end as I was at the first ever Youth Olympic Games, Singapore 2010!

One of the event that I watched was diving! This is also the first time that diving competition was conducted at night outdoor! Just as the spirit of the YOG, Friendship, Excellence & Respect. I got to know quite a few new friends throughout the YOG. Mr Heinz-Joseph Lenz all the way from USA is among one of my new friends. He and his family flew here to support their daughter - Annika Lenz who represent USA for the Aquatics Diving.

Annika Lenz before the competition.

These are some action shots of Annika and hope Lenz and his family have a wonderful stay at Singapore!