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Malaysia Pahang

Fire-tufted Barbet Psilopogon pyrolophus ŠIan Montgomery http://birdway.com.au

You will notice that there is no introduction to this section yet.

I would like to fill this gap with an introduction from a local birder [or someone who is a frequent visitor] for every on of the geographical pages. The many thousands of birders now regularly using these pages prefer to read something written by someone who can see the place from an insider's point of view. They know the best spots, not just the ones that first time overseas visitors usually visit or that are on the normal birding trip itineraries.

Each introduction carries the e-mail address of the contributor so that birders can get in touch with them if, for example, they are planning a trip [unless the contributor is unable to do this].

Please get in touch if you feel you can contribute an introduction to this page - you don't have to be an expert; I'm not!

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Birdwatching and wildlife tours in Peninsular Malaysia

top sites

Fraser's Hill

Fraser's Hill is a preferred destination because a large number of species of mountain birds thrive comfortably in the most conductive habitats here, and at certain times of the year, migratory birds make their presence felt, although briefly. The avifauna here and in a few other higher altitude spots in Malaysia is very different from the surround9ing area and rather like that of similar altitudes in the Himalayas...

useful reading

*Field Guides & Bird Song

For a comprehensive list of recommended titles covering Malaysia as a whole - please see the Malaysia page of Fatbirder

Birds of Fraser's Hill - An Illustrated Guide and Checklist

by Morten Strange Nature?s Niche 2006
See Fatbirder Review
ISBN: 9810499302
Buy this book from NHBS.com

Birds of Taman Negara - An Illustrated Guide and Checklist

by M. Strange & D. Yong, 2006, Paperback, 120 pages Draco Publishing
See Fatbirder Review
ISBN: 9810544413
Buy this book from NHBS.com

reserves

Bukit Fraser Wildlife Reserve

http://allmalaysia.info/services/printerfriendly.asp?file=/2004/3/23/state/7190005
The Reserve was established in 1922, comprising of steep area of 2,979 ha. Most of the area is above 1,000 metres in altitude...

Endau-Rompin

http://www.interknowledge.com/malaysia/endau.html
The Endau-Rompin area covers the boundary between Johor and Pahang. Sprawling over an estimated area of almost nine hundred suqare kilometers, it is one of the few remaining lowland forests in Peninsular Malaysia.

Endau-Rompin National Park

http://allmalaysia.info/news/attraction.asp?id=518&pt=4
This park straddles parts of the Pahang and Johor borders and both state governments have set up separate state management to manage the 870sq.km area which covers a total of 92,000hectares (roughly one and a half times the size of Singapore). Although on the Pahang side, the area is still retained as a forest reserve and has yet to be cited as a national park it now includes sections of the Labis Forest Reserve, Endau Mas Forest Reserve (Johor), and Lesong Forest Reserve (Pahang).

Jerantut National Park

http://www.marimari.com/content/malaysia/popular_places/national_parks/taman_negara/tnegara.html
Covering 4 344 sq km and spread over three states - Pahang, Kelantan and Terengganu - the National Park (Taman Negara) is the oldest tropical rainforest in the world. The 130 million-year-old forest is home to a diverse species of flora and fauna and is a major attraction to nature-lovers...

Kenong Park

http://www.impressions.com.my/Kenong/Kenong.htm
Kenong Park, a lesser known forest reserved is located near the town of Kuala Lipis, in the state of Pahang. The park is a vast 128 square kilometre of unspoilt tropical forest spanning across the Kenong Valley and the Sungai Kenong...

Kenong Rimba Park

http://www.interknowledge.com/malaysia/kenong.html
Located in the valley of the Sungai Kenong, the Kenong Rimba Park offers cave explorations, rock climbing, jungle trekking, and fishing. This is also the home of an aboriginal race called the Batak.

Taman Negara

http://www.macroworld.com/tnegara/main.htm
Taman Negara, the oldest national park in Peninsular Malaysia was established in 1939. Formerly known as the King George V National Park, this park houses one of the oldest rainforest in the world.

Tasik Bera

http://www.ecologyasia.com/html-loc/tasik-bera.htm
Tasik Bera (Lake Bera) is located in the centre of Peninsular Malaysia, in the southwestern corner of the state of Pahang. There are many similarities to its more famous sister lake Tasik Chini, which lies 50 km to the northeast; both are shallow, seasonal, riverine lake systems which empty into the Pahang River to the north...

Tasik Chini

http://www.ecologyasia.com/html-loc/tasik-chini.htm
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Malaysian state of Pahang lies the legendary lake of Tasik Chini. The ancient legends of this enchanting lake involve tales of sorcery and dragons, but the modern saga of this wetland is one of ecological mismanagement and the near collapse of a delicate ecosystem. Hopefully, it looks like the story may have a happy ending...

Tasik Chini Wetlands

http://www.wetlands.org/
Over 200 bird species have been recorded here. The best birding is along the fringes of the lakes or smaller tributaries. There are also forested trails for birding in lowland forests. Between October and March, many migratory birds descend upon Tasik Chini...

trip reports

Travelling Birder
http://www.travellingbirder.com
The Travellingbirder.com birding trip report search engine guides you to 7,000+ birding trip reports on the Internet. You can search for trip reports from a specific country and time of year. Not all these reports are in English. So, if you cant find the trip report you want on this Fatbirder page give them a try!

2007 [March] - Cheong Weng Chun - Frasers Hill

http://www.travellingbirder.com/tripreports/view_birding_tripreport.php?id=192
I went back to Frasers Hill today (Arrived quite late, no thanks to the traffic in Cheras) hoping to get a few more additional species for my annual bird list. Fortunately, I get what I wanted. I met EndemicGuides at the Telekom Loop where he walked around the loop with a visiting birder, Jeff from South Carolina. I heard Jeff sighted more than 180 species on his 5 days and 4 nights trip...

local guides

Birding Pal

http://www.birdingpal.org/Malaysia.htm
Local birders willing to show visiting birders around their area...

places to stay

Cameron Highlands - Hotels

http://www.onetime.com/2/city-1282142-1-Cameron_Highlands-hotels.html?wosid=E6xXArtdAJRXGRRipQsi9g
Asia`s leading hotel information and reservation service on the internet. The following hotel(s) are available in Malaysia...

Cameronian Inn

http://cameronianinn.com/
A family-run guesthouse offering great location - short walking distance to the town center and bus station, homely atmosphere, clean and comfortable rooms with a spacious garden to laze and ample facilities. No 16 Jalan Mentingi, 39000 Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia. Tel: 05 - 491 1327 Fax: 05 - 491 4966 Email: info@cameronianinn.com

Fraser`s Hill Education Centre

http://www.wwfmalaysia.org/fhnec/accomodation.htm
Bungalows etc.

Fraser`s Hill, Malaysia Hotels, Resorts, Bed and Breakfasts, Motels

http://bestlodging.com/cities/malaysia-fraser-s-hill.shtml
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Mutiara Taman Negara

http://www.malaysiaforestresorts.com/
Welcome to Mutiara Taman Negara, a natural sanctuary overlooking the Tembeling and Tahan rivers, all embraced by lush greenery and meandering valleys. It`s an eco-resort with 108 chalets, bungalows and guest-houses. All built Malaysia-style, complete with natural timber for rustic charm...

Shahzan Inn

http://www.pinganchorage.com.my/malaysia_hotel/kuantan_shahzan-inn.htm
Shahzan Inn is located on an evergreen plateau where the cool, refreshing climate is so different from the tropical lowlands...

The Smokehouse Hotel - Fraser`s Hill

http://www.thesmokehouse.com.my/fh.htm
The Smokehouse Hotel and Restaurant in Fraser`s Hill evokes all the charm of the English countryside. An easy drive from Kuala Lumpur or Ipoh the Smokehouse hotel is a serene getaway from city life. The ambience of this hotel will whisk you away to a more leisurely and tranquil time. Enjoy the wonderful traditional English breakfast, tea in the gardens with scones, cream and strawberry jam, and dinner in one of the finest restaurant in the Highlands. Enjoy a drink by the fireplace and relax to the soothing sounds of nature, peace and tranquility.

Fraser`s Hill Nature Education Centre - Bird Watching

http://www.wwfmalaysia.org/fhnec/about.htm
The birds of the highlands are particularly important for several reasons. First, the highlands contain a high proportion of the endemic birds that are found only in Malaysia and nowhere else in the world. Two of the three endemic birds of the Malay Peninsula, and 20 of the 33 endemic birds of Borneo, are found only in the highlands. Examples are the Malaysian Whistling Thrush, the Mountain Peacock-Pheasant, and the Kinabalu Friendly Warbler. We have a special responsibility for these species because their entire populations occur within this country only.

artists

Birds & DSLR Addict Tabib

http://redzlan.blogspot.com
Birds Photography from my backyard at Raub, Malaysia...

Photographer - Paul Huang - Birds of Frasers Hill

http://www.naturestops.com/gallery/list.php?exhibition=7
Frasers Hill has often been called THE birding place in Malaysia. It is also the place that hosts an International Bird Race every year in June. I have visited Frasers Hill twice and it is all it claims to be. The terrain is diverse and therefore you will see lowland forest, submontane birds right up to Montane birds. Unlike other hill stations, Frasers Hill has been largely the same for many years now. Its is a perfect place for a quiet holiday laced with extraordinary birding. I hope any development plans for Frasers Hill will give priority to maintaning its pristine natural environment...