Common Kingfisher

A 'Common' in the name of a not so common KF. :-) Sometimes wonder how bird names are chosen. 

This small fella was seen perched on a thin pole by the lakeside. This specie is known for being skittish and will not hesitate to 'scoot-off' at the slightest sign of human or predator approach. To get a close shot I had to get into position behind a tree behind the pole. As camouflage I chose a branch laden with leaves causing it to over-hang almost to the ground. This position is closest but was still about 25-30 meters away from where the KF perched. 

After some 30 minutes my patience paid off. The KF returned to the same perch. I took in some shots which I am sharing below.

Crocodiles of Paya Indah Wetlands

Some of them are more than 12 ft long! Certainly look very menacing especially when they 'stare' at visitors whilst just revealing parts of their heads with eyes just above the water line. Come feeding time all hell will break loose (so to speak). Plenty of splashing, twisting and turning throwing the lake's water far and wide!

Greater White Pelicans

Saw these two beautiful waders in Paya Indah Wetlands. They would be let out to swim freely in the pond adjacent to their enclosure. Great birds to watch!