Malayan Crestless Fireback
Malayan Crestless Fireback
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The Crestless Fireback is a medium-sized pheasant native to the rainforests of the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. Males are predominantly black with a bare red face, while females are duller brown.
Where to spot
Primary and secondary lowland rainforests, often near rivers or streams, in Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra. They prefer dense undergrowth.
How to spot
These are shy forest birds. Remain quiet and patient in dense forest. Listen for their soft calls or rustling in the leaf litter. Binoculars are essential for detailed observation and identification.
When to spot
Active year-round, primarily during early mornings and late afternoons when foraging on the forest floor. They can be more vocal during the breeding season (often linked to the dry season).
Where to spot
Primary and secondary lowland rainforests, often near rivers or streams, in Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra. They prefer dense undergrowth.
How to spot
These are shy forest birds. Remain quiet and patient in dense forest. Listen for their soft calls or rustling in the leaf litter. Binoculars are essential for detailed observation and identification.
When to spot
Active year-round, primarily during early mornings and late afternoons when foraging on the forest floor. They can be more vocal during the breeding season (often linked to the dry season).
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its name, some subspecies of Crestless Fireback do exhibit a small crest, but the nominate subspecies is notably 'crestless', contributing to its common name.
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