Last Monday i went birding to wetland near the sewage pond in Thimphu together with one of my friend who is also birder. When we are just near that wetland we heard Ruddy-breasted Crake calling. we stop there, start scanning the small patch of the wetland and not very long two Ruddy-breasted came in the opening and begin to fight. we know there are two different species of Crake living there in the same territory. Last April i took my birding group there at the same spot to try for the Crakes. we saw Black-tailed Crake, didn't have much luck with Ruddy. i played tape of Ruddy that time but they were not responsive. By hearing them call this time it seems that they become active this time of year. In April i remember one of the member from the group saying that they might have migrated. Now i think it is safe to say that both the species are resident there.
Birding experience in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan
About Me
- Bhutan birding
- Thimphu, Thimphu, Bhutan
- I am from Bhutan. Bhutan has some of the most pristine habitat and most beautiful birds in the world. I have been birding and exploring my country’s varied ecosystems now for over10 years. I have spent many days and weeks locating the best places to find the rare species including all of the difficult wren-babblers, laughing thrushes and other important species for Bhutan. I am also specializes in recording, and have a large library, including songs donated to Cornell University and xeno-canto. I have led many birding groups, and have long years experience finding and helping birders see their target species. I also have a good knowledge of our culture, and add this dimension to my tours based on the desires of my clients.
Friday, July 1, 2011
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