Mallard @ Perdana Botanical Garden, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) is a colorful, attractive and active migratory bird can be found in Perdana Botanical Garden, Kuala Lumpur. It can be found in the tree and vegetation along small paths around the park.

The photos were taken using Nikon D500 paired with Nikkor 500 PF lens, ISO 1000, F 5.6, 1/5000, EV -0.3.

Perdana Botanical Garden also known as Taman Tasik Perdana Kuala Lumpur in Malay is one a few parks located in the center of Kuala Lumpur city. It is a public park that serves as green lung for city folks. It is located at Jalan Kebun Bunga, Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, just less than half an hour drive away from Kuala Lumpur City Center. 

Covering an area of 92 hectares, the park is an important place for family get way, children activities, gathering, jogging and even wedding. At the same time, it attracts wildlife and it has become a bird sanctuary. The entrance fee is free of charge. The Park opens daily from 7.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.  

Perdana Botanical Garden has a large bird population and varieties with a recorded more than 40 species of birds. It certainly entices many birders to be there. The main target birds include different types of doves, hornbills, bee-eaters, kingfishers, woodpeckers, shrikes, weavers, flycatchers, bulbuls, pigeons just to name a few. It has become a destination for migratory birds too.

Lesser Whistling Duck @ Kerala, South Eastern of India

Lesser Whistling Duck (Dendrocygna javanica) is a colorful, attractive and active bird among many hundred of bird species can be found in the state of Kerala, South Eastern of India.

The photos were taken using Nikon D500 paired with Nikkor 500 PF lens, ISO 250, F 6.3, EV -1.0.      

Bird Photography and Bird Watching in India

Bird photography in India has been getting very good attention and has captured overwhelming response from the local and foreigners alike. This can be witnessed by number of professional, enthusiast, serious hobbyist and beginners, men and women bird photographers and bird watchers at any birding location in the country.

Bird photography and bird watching business ecosystem have been mushroomed throughout the country. That includes, lodges built in the middle of the jungle, hides, birding tours and bird guides. It has become one of the upcoming lucrative businesses in the country which attracts both local and foreign bird photographers and bird watchers. 

Why Kerala

Geographically, state of Kerala is located in the South Eastern part of India, with tropical weather. Kerala has an impressive biodiversity. Many parts on the state are covered by large tea plantation on lush hill stations and the remainders are low land area. State gavernment has taken the initiative to gazatte number of forest areas as bird sanctuaries and national parks. The factors have been primary reason for Kerala to be home for many unique and exotic birds, both endemic and migratory species. 

Best time to visit Kerala

For purpose of bird photography and bird watching, the best time to visit the state is during dry season; from August to April. During this period, most leaves have dropped so it is easier to spot any bird on the trees with less or no leaves. At the same time, no rain is expected and hence activities can be carried out whole day long, even to the night. 

Exciting Bird Photography and Bird Watching Locations

Exciting bird photography and bird watching locations include Munnar and Chinnar hill stations which can be reached in approximately two to three hours from Kochi city, Thattekad Bird Sanctuary which can be reached in just approximately one and half hour from the city center, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary.

Best Way to Go

Both local but non-native to Kerela and foreign bird photograpers and bird watchers, prior arrangement with local bird guide is highly recommended as transportation to go places and knowledge on locations of specific species of birds are needed to ensure satisfactory result.

Duckling @ Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Duckling is a very cute, colorful and attractive little bird can be found in Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alan, Selangor, Malaysia. It can be found in the lake around the park.

Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alam is set up by a private entity aimed at developing ecologically literate community,  providing recreational and educational evironment to the local community. The park is centered around a lake, surrounded by spacious green lawns. It is a favorite place for families morning walk and relaxation with the kids while enjoying beautiful scenery. There are large number of animals can be found in the park including different type of chickens, ducks, geese, water birds and sheeps. Oher recreational facilities available include picnic areas, bathrooms and resting huts. 

Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alam can be reached in approximately one hour from Kuala Lumpur city center by car. 

Other neighboring areas to Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park for birding destinations include Shah Alam Lake Garden and National Botanical Garden Shah Alam.  

National Botanical Garden Shah Alam or Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam in Malay is one a few parks located in the center of Shah Alam city. It is a public park that serves a green lung for city folks. It is located at Taman Pertanian Malaysia, just less than an hour drive away from Kuala Lumpur City Center. 

Covering an area of 817 hectares, the park is an important place for family get way, children activities, gathering, jogging and even wedding. At the same time, it attracts wildlife and it has become a bird sanctuary. A small entrance fee of RM3 per person is collected at the entrance to the park. The Park opens from Tuesday to Sunday from 7.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. It closes on Monday. 

National Botanical Garden Shah Alam has a large bird population and varieties with a recorded more than 60 species of birds. It certainly entices many birders to be there. The main target birds include different types of pittas, eagles, doves, hornbills, bee-eaters, kingfishers, shrikes, weavers, flycatchers, bulbuls, pigeons just to name a few. It has become a destination for migratory birds too.

Mandarin Duck [Male] @ Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata) [Male] is a very colorful, cute and attractive bird can be found in Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alan, Selangor, Malaysia. It can be found in the lake around the park.

Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alam is set up by a private entity aimed at developing ecologically literate community,  providing recreational and educational evironment to the local community. The park is centered around a lake, surrounded by spacious green lawns. It is a favorite place for families morning walk and relaxation with the kids while enjoying beautiful scenery. There are large number of animals can be found in the park including different type of chickens, ducks, geese, water birds and sheeps. Oher recreational facilities available include picnic areas, bathrooms and resting huts. 

Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park Shah Alam can be reached in approximately one hour from Kuala Lumpur city center by car. 

Other neighboring areas to Bukit Jelutong Eco Community Park for birding destinations include Shah Alam Lake Garden and National Botanical Garden Shah Alam.  

National Botanical Garden Shah Alam or Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam in Malay is one a few parks located in the center of Shah Alam city. It is a public park that serves a green lung for city folks. It is located at Taman Pertanian Malaysia, just less than an hour drive away from Kuala Lumpur City Center. 

Covering an area of 817 hectares, the park is an important place for family get way, children activities, gathering, jogging and even wedding. At the same time, it attracts wildlife and it has become a bird sanctuary. A small entrance fee of RM3 per person is collected at the entrance to the park. The Park opens from Tuesday to Sunday from 7.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. It closes on Monday. 

National Botanical Garden Shah Alam has a large bird population and varieties with a recorded more than 60 species of birds. It certainly entices many birders to be there. The main target birds include different types of pittas, eagles, doves, hornbills, bee-eaters, kingfishers, shrikes, weavers, flycatchers, bulbuls, pigeons just to name a few. It has become a destination for migratory birds too.

Little Grebe @ Kelanang Selangor, Malaysia

Little Grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis) is a colorful, attractive and very fast action bird among hundred species of birds can be found in Kelanang, Selangor, Malaysia. Little Grebe is a resident bird to Kelanang. The bird can be found at the reeds in the abandoned fish ponds just next to the Langat river.

Other nearby wonderful birding destinations to Kelanang are Pulau Indah, Morib, Carey Island and Jugra hill, which can be reached just half an hour from Kelanang.   

Pulau Indah Klang, Kelanang, Morib, Carey Island and Jugra hill are wonderful birding destinations in Selangor, Malaysia as it is a residence to many exotic birds and has become migratory birds' destination too. The island has large area of mangrove forest, seashore, streams and lowland forest. Pulau Indah Klang is a popular weekend destination to the local for family get away, fishing, sailing, kite flying and even drone flying. Small number of accommodations, local food and recreational activities are provided along the seashore of the island. 

Pulau Indah Klang can be reached in approximately one hour from Kuala Lumpur city center by car, passing through the bridge connecting the mainland and the island. The island has a large bird population and varieties. It certainly entices many birders to be there. The main target birds in Pulau Indah includes different types of kingfisher, woodpeckers, land birds, shrikes, kites, pigeons, egrets and herons just to name a few.

Watercock @ Kelanang Selangor, Malaysia

Watercock (Gallicrex cinerea) is an illusive, attractive and very fast action bird among hundred species of birds can be found in Kelanang, Selangor, Malaysia. Watercock is a resident bird to Kelanang. The bird can be found at the reeds in the abandoned fish ponds just next to the Langat river.

Other nearby wonderful birding destinations to Kelanang are Pulau Indah, Morib, Carey Island and Jugra hill, which can be reached just half an hour from Kelanang.   

Pulau Indah Klang, Kelanang, Morib, Carey Island and Jugra hill are wonderful birding destinations in Selangor, Malaysia as it is a residence to many exotic birds and has become migratory birds' destination too. The island has large area of mangrove forest, seashore, streams and lowland forest. Pulau Indah Klang is a popular weekend destination to the local for family get away, fishing, sailing, kite flying and even drone flying. Small number of accommodations, local food and recreational activities are provided along the seashore of the island. 

Pulau Indah Klang can be reached in approximately one hour from Kuala Lumpur city center by car, passing through the bridge connecting the mainland and the island. The island has a large bird population and varieties. It certainly entices many birders to be there. The main target birds in Pulau Indah includes different types of kingfisher, woodpeckers, land birds, shrikes, kites, pigeons, egrets and herons just to name a few.