A last early start saw us following the paved path that
meanders along the side of the mountains here and despite the humid conditions
we enjoyed some great sightings. A flock of Indochinese Yuhinas gave an outstanding show as they came in to
inspect our owlet imitation, which also attracted a Chestnut Bulbul as well.
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| Indochinese Yuhinas |
Both Grey-sided
and Streak-breasted Scimitar-babblers
and Great Barbet also showed well,
as did Orange-bellied Leafbird,
whilst Scarlet Minivet was a little
distant. A White-necklaced Partridge
called repeatedly from the hill above us and was seen briefly by the leaders,
but couldn’t be lured closer. Returning to the car park we followed the path
beside a fast-flowing mountain stream where a Blue Whistling-thrush flew by, and our final new bird of the tour
was a splendid Slaty-backed Forktail
to finish our birding in this seldom visited corner of China. In the afternoon
we flew back to Shanghai and said our goodbyes to Menxiu who had proven to be a
superb guide and a good friend.
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| Collared Finchbill |
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David's Fulvetta
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| Slaty-backed Forktail |
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