For my second tour of the month of August to Sinharaja organized by the Eco team with 18 people from UK including many dead scaring children for leeches we started our nature walk on 26th morning with raining conditions compelled us to put on our umbrellas and rain coats. Not to mention the rain was continued until we end of our walk in the forest specially leaving a life long experience to the children because of the blood thirsty leeches.
Compared to other days the sightings were less but we were lucky to observe a feeding flock which includes most elusive Red faced Malkoha, Malabar Trogon, Sri Lanka Blue magpie, Crested drongo, Orange billed babblers etc. Some of the main highlights were the green pit viper we observed during the middle of the nature walk. Ultimately this gave me a different experience of birding with an umbrella instead of binocular, camera and field guides as usual.
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.
