Bird Watching in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has high biological, ecological and cultural diversity within a very small land area. About 1.5 million ha. of forest with very high biodiversity, conservation of 14% of the total land area as protected areas and accessibility to different types of ecosystem within 4 to 5 hours by ground route are the great advantages Sri Lanka has. Although there are such strengths, ecotourism activities have not been properly managed to attract genuine tourists and provide maximum protection for the healthy environment.
Sri Lanka’s birds, one of the richest in any comparable area of South Asia, include 227 indigenous species of which 23 are endemic. In addition, a further 95 migrant, 24 sea birds and 75 incidental species have been recorded in the island.
Bird watching is an interesting activity among local and foreign tourists. According to a survey 47% of local visitors mentioned that they like bird watching very much. Bird watching does minimum damage to the forest.
Bird watching can also improve one’s knowledge of the environment, animal behaviour and biological relationships. Many theories in the fields of animal behaviour, ecology and evolution, to mention a few, have been tested through observation of birds. The observation of birds does not demand sophisticated instruments. The most important quality needed by any serious bird watcher is a methodical approach. Essentially, a systematic effort to observe, record, interpret and disseminate the information gathered on birds, their habits and habitats.
One has to develop a few important habits to become a good bird watcher: patience, silence, controlling emotions, sharing information and the ability to work in small groups. Seeking birds can be a very frustrating exercise, especially in heavily forested areas. The ability to maintain interest for long periods of time thus becomes a cornerstone in bird watching. Bird watching also requires an ability to walk for long periods of time. Interest in the outdoors and walking can help tremendously in bird watching. Finally, going out to watch birds, you also need to be properly attired. Avoid bright colours or white. "Earthy" colours such as browns and greens are best. Birds need peace as much as we do, so avoid disturbing them.
Sri Lanka’s birds, one of the richest in any comparable area of South Asia, include 227 indigenous species of which 23 are endemic. In addition, a further 95 migrant, 24 sea birds and 75 incidental species have been recorded in the island.
Bird watching is an interesting activity among local and foreign tourists. According to a survey 47% of local visitors mentioned that they like bird watching very much. Bird watching does minimum damage to the forest.
Bird watching can also improve one’s knowledge of the environment, animal behaviour and biological relationships. Many theories in the fields of animal behaviour, ecology and evolution, to mention a few, have been tested through observation of birds. The observation of birds does not demand sophisticated instruments. The most important quality needed by any serious bird watcher is a methodical approach. Essentially, a systematic effort to observe, record, interpret and disseminate the information gathered on birds, their habits and habitats.
One has to develop a few important habits to become a good bird watcher: patience, silence, controlling emotions, sharing information and the ability to work in small groups. Seeking birds can be a very frustrating exercise, especially in heavily forested areas. The ability to maintain interest for long periods of time thus becomes a cornerstone in bird watching. Bird watching also requires an ability to walk for long periods of time. Interest in the outdoors and walking can help tremendously in bird watching. Finally, going out to watch birds, you also need to be properly attired. Avoid bright colours or white. "Earthy" colours such as browns and greens are best. Birds need peace as much as we do, so avoid disturbing them.
(1) Phoenicopterus ruber - Greater Flamingo (Siyakkaraya)
White plumage with a tinge of pink and scarlet. Black primaries and outer secondaries, upper and under wing coverts rose pink to bright scarlet. Long pinkish-red legs. Occur in highly saline lagoons.
White plumage with a tinge of pink and scarlet. Black primaries and outer secondaries, upper and under wing coverts rose pink to bright scarlet. Long pinkish-red legs. Occur in highly saline lagoons.
(2) Halcyon smymensis - White-throated kingfisher (Laya Sudu Pilihuduwa)
White breast and blue upper parts. Occur in open areas near water, gardens.
White breast and blue upper parts. Occur in open areas near water, gardens.
(3) Ketupa zeylanensis - Brown fish-owl (Dumburu Kewul Bakamuna)
Dark brown, upper parts heavily streaked and barred. Yellow irides small ear tufts. Tarsis unfeathered forest, close to water bodies.
Dark brown, upper parts heavily streaked and barred. Yellow irides small ear tufts. Tarsis unfeathered forest, close to water bodies.
(4) Megalaima zeylanica - Brown-Headed Barbet (Polos Kottoruwa)
Brown headed. Occur in forest and home gardens.
Brown headed. Occur in forest and home gardens.
(5) Gallus lafayeti - Sri Lanka Jungle fowl (Lanka Wali Kukula)
Male - crimson comb with a central yellow patch and long tail feathers. Occur in forest and scrub, very common. Endemic species.
Male - crimson comb with a central yellow patch and long tail feathers. Occur in forest and scrub, very common. Endemic species.
Source: The Island
posted by Don @ September 21, 2007
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I'd love to visit Sri Lanka once and go birdwatching. It must be a magnificent place.
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