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Special
Interests |
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an adventure that is a little more refined and certainly less strenuous,
try bird watching. Malaysia's vast expanses of rainforests are home to
more than 700 species of exotic bird-life, including some extremely rare
ones. Due to its location on the cross-migratory path of certain bird
species, Malaysia has emerged as a bird watching haven. This avian extravaganza
is one to behold. Scan the treetops, listen for the telltale calls. Look
hard. You'll see them all, from the timid and tiny highland species to
the bright and resplendent lowland varieties.
  Bird
sanctuaries have been designated throughout the country. These include
Taman
Negara, Fraser's
Hill, and the Kuala Selangor Nature Park in the Peninsular. In Sabah,
Kinabalu
Park and Pulau Layang-layang (Island of the Swallows) are the spots
to seek out. One is certain to sight the likes of Silver-Eared Mesias,
Mountain Bulbuls, and Collared Kingfishers. If you manage to see a Mountain
Peacock Pheasant or a Malayan Whistling Thrush, you are one of the privileged
few, as they are the rarest of birds to be found. Other designated bird
sanctuaries are found in Langkawi
Island, Sepilok
Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, Kota Belud Bird Sanctuary, Kuala
Gula, and Maxwell
Hill.
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