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    Philippines; Birdlife after Typhoon Haiyan?

    Dear, Having witnessed first hand the destruction caused by Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines I though it would be good to do an article which is not only focused on human suffering as nature seems to have taken a real hard hit as well… This is the title which may already give an idea about...
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    Malaria

    Hi, DO take tablets for Palawan as it's a high risk zone. Two birders died from Malaria on/after a visit to Palawan in recent history... just to convince you if that would be necessary. Malarone does rarely have any side effects. Not cheap though. Otherwise might be fine elsewhere in...
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    Only 3 wild Bali Myna survive today!

    That’s what the local rangers of Bali Barat National Park told me on a recent visit, just 3 birds… I did a new article/trip report which might be of interest as it includes some up to date info on the Starlings, the national park, the conservation project and of course contains plenty photos of...
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    Bohol in November

    Birding Bohol ; anytime! Hi Paul, Bobby, all, Bohol is a great place indeed. For birders, the good news is that it's now got a new page loaded with info and photos. Focus is on Rajah Sikatuna Protected Landscape, which is indeed 'the' place to visit for forest birding. (Same spot Bobby...
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    best books

    Birdwatching in the Philippines Vol 1, posted in full on this blog; http://travelcentralph.blogspot.com/search/label/Birdwatching
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    Thai Muang recent sightings

    Thai Muang birding info page. Directions, birding map and info, photos, notes and a bird list of 160 species found at the site that might give you an answer on the Malkohas mentioned above. All here; http://www.birding2asia.com/W2W/Thailand/South/ThaiMuang.html Enjoy your next Thai Muang visit.
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    Thai Muang recent sightings

    Thai Muang has been good this spring again and recent sightings include such goodies and rarities as Black-headed Ibis, a Thailand record count of Rosy Starling (30+ and possibly as many as 50 birds), the rare Chestnut-cheeked Starling was regular throughout, a Brahminy Starling got reported, we...
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    The count from Chiang Dao canopy tower!

    Should I include a visit to the Chiang Dao area on my visit to north-Thailand? Anyone with questions or hesitations may want to see our newest article. http://www.birding2asia.com/articles/TheCountFromChiangDaoCanopyTower.html I assume it would not be unreasonable to think that this will raise...
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    Subic Bay

    Subic info page Full birdwatching info for your visit to Subic on our website; http://www.birding2asia.com/W2W/Philippines/Subic.html Includes birding maps, detailed directions, full bird list for the site, info on transport and accommodation and even an areal picture of the forest and...
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    New bird species from Laos.

    Hello, I thought you might be interested to read my article. Laos' mystery Bulbuls, a new bird species for Laos. Best wishes, Stijn De Win
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    New bird species from Laos.

    I thought you might be interested to read my article. Laos' mystery Bulbuls, a new bird species for Laos. Best wishes, Stijn De Win
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    'Spotlight on' Western Hoolock Gibbon

    Gibbons are fantastic mammals isn't it? We love them. You may want to read this article to learn more about the Western Hoolock Gibbon, complete with photos and Gibbon song. Here's a few example lines from the page; -The Western Hoolock Gibbon (Hoolock Hoolock), now considered monotypic, was...
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    Northeast India (Eaglenest, Kaziranga, Mishmi Hills), April–May ’09

    Western Hoolock Gibbon Read an interesting article on the Gibbons described in the above trip report (day 4/5) complete with pictures and Hoolock Gibbon sound recording. Enjoy!
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    Northern Thailand December 2008

    Hi Paul, You can email me with any questions you might have for Doi Lang. Also want to note that the road up Doi Pha Hom Pok has been upgraded recently, only the very last bit is still a bit rough but I'm pretty sure you can make it up easily now in any normal car. No 'large' 4x4 needed as John...
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    Krabi town mangrove walkway

    Sorry, not a bird but everyone having a look around at the Krabi mangrove walkway should keep an eye for the Smooth-coated Otters that frequent the area. I had amazing close looks at one here once. Brown-winged Kingfisher is usually easy to see here in my experience.
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