The departure takes place in foggy twilight. This time the Blue-banded Pitta (Pitta arcuata) is the object of desire. Again we stand twice for a miserable time at the edge of a forest or in the edge of the forest and look down, spellbound. On the second attempt, after about 40 minutes of standing patiently,… Continue reading A jewel in the forest: Blue-banded pitta
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Goldkehlpitta im Khao Nor Chu Chi in Thailand
Ich werde mitten in der Nacht vom heftigen Prasseln des Regen wach, der auf das Blechdach fällt. Es dauert gut 1 Stunde bis ich wieder einschlafen kann. Dann erinnere ich mich: der Grund in den Khao Nor Chu Chi (neuerdings Khao Pra Bang Khram-Park) zu kommen, ist die Möglichkeit, die sehr seltene Goldkehlpitta (Pitta gurneyi),… Continue reading Goldkehlpitta im Khao Nor Chu Chi in Thailand
Gurney’s Pitta at Khao Pra Bang Khram Park in southern Thailand
I wake up in the middle of the night to the heavy pounding of rain falling on the tin roof. It takes a good 1 hour before I can go back to sleep. Then I remember: the reason to come to Khao Pra Bang Khram Park (formerly Khao Nor Chu Chi) is the chance to… Continue reading Gurney’s Pitta at Khao Pra Bang Khram Park in southern Thailand
Angola Pitta in Mvuu Camp/ Malawi
The African Pitta (Pitta angolensis) also called Angola Pitta is certainly one of the top prizes for birdwatchers going for Africa. Some years ago I spent 3 days at the end of the so-called Green (i.e. rainy) Season in the Liwonde National Park. I decided to stay in the Mvuu Lodge. One of the highlights… Continue reading Angola Pitta in Mvuu Camp/ Malawi