Last evening I had the opportunity to visit a marshy land called “Ketha” in Ihala Bomiriya, Kaduwela. I went with Mervin & Amila who directed us to this location for birding. This location is identified by him for some birding with his clients. Within a short period of time we were able to see more than 35 species including some of the endemics. Our birding time was from 4.15 PM to 5.45 PM.
Some of the highlights of our birding are Red Rumped Swallow, Black Bittern, Pheasant Tailed jacana etc. Lots of nesting of purple heron was observed in this area. Yellow bittern, Purple heron, brown shrike, Blue tailed bee eaters, Striated heron, Plain prinia, Pied kingfisher, Common kingfisher, White throated Kingfisher, Lesser whistling duck, Little cormorant, Purple Swamphen, Spot billed pelican, Brahminy kite, Black winged stilt are some of the names to me mentioned I saw.
Sri Lanka, the Wonder of Asia, is a top travel destination, named the best country to visit in 2019 by Lonely Planet. A paradise for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts, it offers one of the best wildlife experiences outside Africa. Beyond its rich biodiversity, Sri Lanka blends culture and history, featuring the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress—often called the 8th Wonder of the World. From ancient architecture to stunning landscapes, it’s a must-visit for nature lovers and explorers.
2 comments:
Glade you enjoyed birding in local patch. Happy birding and blogging!
Thanks so much.
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