In the latest list of plants posted recently LINK, the Common Mahang (Macaranga bancana) is shown to attracts 31 species of birds. All but two were documented by Dato’ Dr Amar-Singh HSS, from his base in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia – … Continued
Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica) feeds mainly on seeds and fruits. These are picked from the ground, although it may occasionally be seen in trees feeding on the fruits. It forages on the ground, either walking around or running, alone or … Continued
“I was finally rewarded with one of my Christmas wishes – to see the Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica) feed on the fruiting Common Mahang (Macaranga bancana). “I have been to this site 4 times in the past 3 weeks and … Continued
The Kledang-Sayong Forest Reserve in the Malaysian state of Perak is a mixed secondary-primary forest. In mid-December 2013, Dato’ Dr Amar-Singh HSS located a fruiting Common Mahang tree (Macaranga bancana) along a trail through the forest. This is where the … Continued
“I was this golf course-resort to watch some birds when I spotted this dead Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica indica) by the road side. “Took some images and brought it home for a decent burial. It is a juvenile male with … Continued