A daily record.
Featuring photos of wild birds and nature, mainly from Okinawa Main Island and Ishigaki Island

Ryukyu scops owl Asian koel Lesser Whistling Duck Javan pond heron Crested serpent eagle

GUIDED BIRDWATCHING TOUR

Go where the birds are. The SHIMASOBA Tour launches.

We'll drive you around Ishigaki Island to wherever the birds are showing best that day. Observation is mostly from inside the vehicle, and we keep it to a maximum of 3 guests so everyone can take their time.

Max. 3 guests 4 hours in the morning Beginners welcome
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カンムリワシの「キング」

昨年2012年の11月に保護された「 キング 」です。顔の傷がひどくなっているような気がします…。

Crested Serpent Eagle
Crested Serpent Eagle

When a nearby adult pair called out an alarm, it crossed the road and disappeared into the forest. I just hope it doesn't get hit by a car….

Crested Serpent Eagle
Crested Serpent Eagle

A pair of adult Crested Serpent Eagles nearby — they came to drive the juvenile away.

Categories: 野鳥