Elusive White-breasted Waterhen

[Juan Manuel C. Del Prado]

I was finally able to get clear photos of the elusive White-breasted Waterhen (Amaurornis phoenicurus) at BK Valley, Dolores, Quezon, Philippines. I have noted that the flank, vent, undertail and uppertail coverts are rust-brown in color. Photo was taken early morning, about 6:00 am, when these birds forage for frogs, insects, and even dig out "kamote," according to a farmer in the area. When I spotted this bird, I noticed it was in company with a light brown one, which "dived" into the bushes in a split second. Per KG book, sexes are alike. Could the brown one be an immature bird?


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I took this photo in the mountains of San Luis, Aurora Province. Am I correct in saying this is a Metallic-winged Sunbird (Aethopyga pulcherrima)? SOS pls.

[Juan Manuel C. Del Prado]

Photo of the Sunbird was taken on October 22, 2010 in San Luis, Aurora Province, Philippines.

[Juan Manuel C. Del Prado]

[Ramon Quisumbing]

Nice shots, Tito Poch. I wish I had been with you when you saw the WBWH.

[Mark Itol]

Nice shots of the White-breasted Waterhen. The "sunbird" looks to me like a Pygmy Flowerpecker but I'm no expert.