In search of the big 300.
I was looking at my eBird stats and noticed I’m on 299 species sighted on my life list. What will help me hit the big 300? Based on sightings reported on social media, I had several options. I decided to head to SBWR to try my luck at seeing the Black-and-red Broadbill.
Unfortunately, after waiting in the morning the bird was a no-show (not yet at least) but I had to leave. So, the 300th species remained abegging. The following weekend I will be in Malaysia so there’s still a good chance of finding something special to hit the big 300.
It wasn’t a wasted day though. I saw the Blue-eared Kingfisher which is always a joy to see.
Up in the sky, a Brahminy Kite was seen pursuing a Crested Serpent Eagle which intruded its airspace.
As I was making my way out, I saw this huge Saltwater Crocodile basking on the riverbank. I took some photos and didn’t give it much thought.
When I got home and processed the photos on the computer, I noticed there was a Green-crested Lizard resting on the head of the crocodile. How the heck did it get there?!
eBird checklist: https://ebird.org/checklist/S336114851
The Salaryman Birder 
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