liewwk Nature Birds Collection | 小刘鸟集

April 10, 2026

Tinamidae series | 䳍科 | liewwk Nature – 1 [update 20260410]

Costa Rica

1. Great Tinamou, 大䳍, 大共鳥, Tinamus major, オオシギダチョウ

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1. Great Tinamou, 大䳍, 大共鳥, Tinamus major, オオシギダチョウ

update 202604

While some birders prefer solo outings, birding in a group can be a major advantage. While we were all focused on photographing a Great Curassow in the dense forest, Xin Hui spotted a smaller bird that everyone else had overlooked. Once I finished with the Curassow, I quickly helped the group locate this elusive find. It was such a thrill to hear everyone shouting “Where? There!” in excitement. Although this species is rarely seen, it wasn’t shy at all, moving slowly even with nine of us standing just a few meters away. Having fun companions really makes the experience.

虽然有些鸟友喜欢独自观鸟，但在某些情况下，团体观鸟其实大有优势。当时我们所有人都在茂密的森林里忙着拍摄大凤冠雉，欣卉却发现了一只被大家忽略的“小”鸟。在我拍完大凤冠雉后，立刻帮大家寻找这只鸟。大家兴奋地喊着“在哪？在那！”场面非常有趣。这种鸟虽然难得一见，但它一点也不怕人，即使我们九个人就在它面前几米处，它依然慢悠悠地移动。和有趣的鸟友一起观鸟真是太好玩了。

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April 9, 2026

Cotingidae series | 伞鸟科 | liewwk Nature – 1 [update 20260409]

1. Three-wattled Bellbird, 肉垂钟伞鸟, 肉垂鐘雀, Procnias tricarunculatus, ヒゲドリ

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1. Three-wattled Bellbird, 肉垂钟伞鸟, 肉垂鐘雀, Procnias tricarunculatus, ヒゲドリ

update 202604

This is a bird that sits at the top of everyone’s bucket list, but upon our arrival in Costa Rica, the local guides informed us they weren’t active. We had nearly given up hope and put this strange-looking species out of our minds. However, as we neared the site, we received an update that they were active again. We decided to take a chance. To our absolute surprise, after only a short walk, we found them. The view improved from twenty meters overhead to an incredible eye-level encounter just two meters away. It was the amazing feeling of a lost opportunity turned into a found treasure.

这是每个人都想看到的鸟，但当我们抵达哥斯达黎加时，当地导游告诉我们它们并不活跃。大家几乎都放弃了，也快忘了这只长相奇特的鸟。但当我们靠近该地点时，当地导游收到更新说它们开始活动了。我们决定试一试。令人惊喜的是，我们只走了很短的一段路就见到了它，甚至最终从头顶上方20米处移动到了2米开外的平视距离。这种失而复得的感觉真好。

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April 8, 2026April 11, 2026

Ramphastidae series | 巨嘴鸟科 | liewwk Nature – 2 [update 20260411]

1. Keel-billed Toucan, 厚嘴巨嘴鸟, 隆嘴鵎鵼, Ramphastos sulfuratus, サンショクキムネオオハシ

2. Yellow-throated Toucan, 黑嘴巨嘴鸟, 黃喉鵎鵼, Ramphastos ambiguus, ニショクキムネオオハシ

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1. Keel-billed Toucan, 厚嘴巨嘴鸟, 隆嘴鵎鵼, Ramphastos sulfuratus, サンショクキムネオオハシ

update 202604

This bird keeps its distance from us. While there are one or two spots where Toucans visit feeders, the presence of bananas and papayas in the frame often makes the photos look unnatural. Because of this, most of us struggled to get a good shot until the last few days when this bird finally came down low for us at the forest edge. It was such an excitement for everyone to see this beautiful creature. Most importantly, thank you to everyone for prioritizing the bird’s well-being over the photo. You guys are the best.

巨嘴鸟通常与我们保持距离。虽然有一两个点会有巨嘴鸟飞到喂食点，但照片里出现的香蕉和木瓜会让画面显得有些违和，所以大多数人一直没能拍到理想的照片。直到最后几天，包括这只鸟在内的巨嘴鸟终于在森林边缘低飞靠近我们，大家能近距离看到这种美丽的鸟类都非常兴奋。最后，感谢大家对鸟类的爱护胜过对拍照的追求，你们是最棒的。

2. Yellow-throated Toucan, 黑嘴巨嘴鸟, 黃喉鵎鵼, Ramphastos ambiguus, ニショクキムネオオハシ

update 202604

After a wonderful morning, we skipped our rest to keep the momentum going. Our local guide, Raul, took us for some easier birding along a flat grassland trail. We were lucky enough to witness a Tropical Kingbird chasing a Gray Hawk, and we also spotted this stunning Yellow-throated Toucan. It was truly a fantastic moment.

在一个美好的早晨之后，我们没有片刻休息。我们的当地导游 Raul 决定带我们去进行一次比较轻松的观鸟活动，就在平坦的草地附近步行。我们看到了热带王霸鹟追逐灰鹰，还看到了这只黄喉巨嘴鸟。真是太棒的时刻了。

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April 4, 2026

Trochilidae series | 蜂鸟科 | liewwk Nature – 1 [update 20260404]

1. Black-crested Coquette, 黑冠蜂鸟, 黑冠蜂鳥, Lophornis helenae, クロツノユウジョハチドリ

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1. Black-crested Coquette, 黑冠蜂鸟, 黑冠蜂鳥, Lophornis helenae, クロツノユウジョハチドリ

update 202604

Our Costa Rica trip is almost at its end, and we have photographed 34 species of hummingbirds. This particular bird made everyone very excited. We had hoped it would perch for a clear shot, but it only allowed us to capture it in flight. Our current count stands at 375 species photographed, with about 10 more seen but not caught on camera. Today is our final opportunity to add new species to our list, and we are hoping for the best.

我们的哥斯达黎加之旅即将结束，目前已经拍摄到了34种蜂鸟。这一种蜂鸟让大家都感到非常兴奋。我们原本一直希望它能停栖下来让我们拍摄，但它最终只让我们捕捉到了飞行的画面。我们目前拍摄到的鸟类总数为375种（另有约10种仅记录到目击，未留下照片）。今天是增加新纪录的最后一天，希望能有更多收获。

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April 2, 2026

Heliornithidae series | 日鷉科 | liewwk – 1 [update 20260402]

Costa Rica

101. Sungrebe, 日鷉, 日鷉, Heliornis fulica, アメリカヒレアシ

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101. Sungrebe, 日鷉, 日鷉, Heliornis fulica, アメリカヒレアシ

update 202604

This species was one of our main targets. Although we couldn’t get close, it was a joy to watch it swimming around the same area for quite a while. It is a wonderful bird, though I truly hope to see it perched in the future.

With four days remaining, our count is currently at 360 species photograph. Everyone is feeling the exhaustion from the constant rain and trekking. I hope we all stay strong and healthy to push through these final four days.

这是我们的目标物种之一。虽然无法靠近，但能看到它在同一区域游动多时，已经非常开心了。这种拟鸬鹚真的很奇妙，但真心希望未来能有机会看到它栖息在枝头的样子。

行程还剩四天，目前的记录停留在360种。连日的降雨和徒步让大家都感到疲惫，希望大家都能保持体力和健康，顺利完成最后四天的行程。

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April 2, 2026April 15, 2026

Pipridae series | 娇鹟科 | liewwk Nature – 2 [update 20260415]

1. White-collared Manakin, 白头娇鹟, 白領侏儒鳥, Manacus candei, ムナジロマイコドリ

2. Red-capped Manakin, 红顶娇鹟, 紅頂侏儒鳥, Ceratopipra mentalis, キモモマイコドリ

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1. White-collared Manakin, 白头娇鹟, 白領侏儒鳥, Manacus candei, ムナジロマイコドリ

update 202604

This is the second Manakin species we have encountered, and watching its display was truly amazing. While we didn’t manage to record a video of the performance this time, we will try to share its unique calls and movements with you in the near future.

这是我们遇到的第二种娇鹟，能亲眼目睹它的求偶场展示真的很神奇。虽然这次没能录下展示过程的视频，但我们近期会努力为大家展示它独特的鸣叫声和动作。

2. Red-capped Manakin, 红顶娇鹟, 紅頂侏儒鳥, Ceratopipra mentalis, キモモマイコドリ

update 202604

This bird was at the top of my wish list, especially because I wanted to see its famous moonwalk display. We were fortunate to witness it at eye level in a pristine environment. Although we were at an excellent feeding station with great opportunities to photograph owls, toucans, and other species, we chose to skip those to focus on this Manakin. While we were on the jungle trail, heavy rain forced us to stop and wait in silence. Fortunately, the rain ceased after about ten minutes, and we immediately heard the bird calling from the exact spot where we had taken shelter. Shortly after, Raul signaled us over, and there it was. We had an incredible session capturing both video and photos of this amazing creature.

这是我最想见到的鸟类之一，特别是想亲眼目睹它那如“太空步”般的求偶舞。我们非常幸运，能在视线平行的干净环境下看到这一幕。尽管我们当时身处一个非常好的食槽点，有机会拍摄到猫头鹰、巨嘴鸟和其他鸟类，但为了这只红顶雀鹟，我们还是决定放弃那些机会。当我们走在丛林小径时，一场大雨迫使我们停下脚步，大家安静地等待着。感谢上天，雨在大约十分钟后停了。很快，我们就听到那只鸟在雨停的地方鸣叫。没过多久，Raul就叫我们过去，果然成功了！我们在这只可爱而神奇的鸟儿面前度过了一段美好的时光，拍到了很多照片和视频。

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March 28, 2026

Eurypygidae series | 日鳽科 | liewwk Nature – 1 [update 20260327]

Costa Rica

1. Sunbittern, 日鳽, 日鳽, Eurypyga helias, ジャノメドリ

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1. Sunbittern, 日鳽, 日鳽, Eurypyga helias, ジャノメドリ

update 202603

This bird was one of our trip’s main targets! We initially found one on its nest, but everyone was hoping to see its famous wing display. We decided to spend some extra time searching, and luckily, it didn’t take long to find another one. It put on a spectacular show, spreading its beautiful wings for us several times.

这是我们此次行程的主要目标之一。起初我们发现了一只正在筑巢的日鳽(Sunbittern)，但大家都想亲眼目睹它展翅的姿态。于是我们在观察完巢穴后决定多花些时间寻找另一只。非常幸运，没过多久我们就遇到了另一只，它还配合地连续展示了几轮那美丽的双翼。

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January 28, 2026

Upupidae series | 戴胜科 | liewwk Nature – 1 [update 20260128]

CHINA

101. Common Hoopoe, 戴胜, 戴勝, Upupa epops, ヤツガシラ

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101. Common Hoopoe, 戴胜, 戴勝, Upupa epops, ヤツガシラ

update 202601

Surprised that I haven’t shared this beautiful yet very common bird before. I’ve photographed it in many places—Malaysia (Kuala Gula, Kota Kinabalu), South Africa, Thailand, Kenya, and China.

This time was special, as it was the closest encounter so far. The bird was feeding right outside our hotel and wasn’t bothered at all, even when we got quite close.

有点惊讶自己之前竟然没分享过这只既美丽又常见的鸟。我在很多地方都拍过它——马来西亚（瓜拉古拉、哥打京那巴鲁）、南非、泰国、肯尼亚和中国。

不过这一次真的很特别，这是我拍过距离最近的一次。它就在我们酒店外觅食，即使我们靠得很近，也完全不受影响。

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January 25, 2026March 27, 2026

Troglodytidae series | 鹪鹩科 | liewwk Nature – 2 [update 20260327]

a tiny active bird, remember my first encounter and record picture was ~2013

1. Eurasian Wren, 鹪鹩, 鷦鷯, Troglodytes troglodytes, ミソサザイ

Costa Rica

101. White-breasted Wood-Wren, 白胸林鹩, 白胸林鷦鷯, Henicorhina leucosticta, ムナジロモリミソサザイ

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1. Eurasian Wren, 鹪鹩, 鷦鷯, Troglodytes troglodytes, ミソサザイ

update 202601

It was a freezing morning at around –6°C. We went to Napa Lake mainly to revisit some good memories from years ago. After waiting for a beautiful sunrise, I was almost ready to return to the car when I suddenly heard a bird calling very close by. The bird stayed low to the ground, barely moving—likely due to the cold—with ice clearly visible around it.

I managed to capture some close shots, and that moment became the happiest highlight of this casual, relaxing trip to Yunnan.

清晨气温低至约零下 6°C。这次只是来到纳帕海，重温多年前到访时的美好回忆。看完日出后，正准备返回车上时，突然听到附近传来鸟叫声。那只鸟几乎贴近地面，一动不动，应该是因为天气太冷，周围还能看到结冰的痕迹。

能够近距离拍到它，成了这趟云南轻松休闲之旅中最开心、最难忘的时刻。

101. White-breasted Wood-Wren, 白胸林鹩, 白胸林鷦鷯, Henicorhina leucosticta, ムナジロモリミソサザイ

update 202603

One of my favorite bird families. I was lucky enough to encounter two different species in a single morning, just before heading into the jungle trail. We have now photographed 281 species, with 9 days left to go. There are still many target birds left to find.

这是我最喜欢的鸟类科之一。很幸运在进入丛林小径前的同一个早晨见到了两个不同的物种。目前已经拍摄到281种鸟类，还有9天时间。仍有许多目标物种有待发现。

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January 16, 2026January 26, 2026

Pteroclidae series | 沙鸡科 | liewwk Nature -2 [update 20260126]

such a cute bird …

1. Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse, 栗腹沙鸡, 栗腹沙雞, Pterocles exustus, チャバラサケイ

2. Lichtenstein’s Sandgrouse, 里氏沙鸡, 橫斑沙雞, Pterocles lichtensteinii, クロビタイサケイ

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1. Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse, 栗腹沙鸡, 栗腹沙雞, Pterocles exustus, チャバラサケイ

update 202601

Such an adorable bird family. We were lucky to capture four different species in Kenya. I absolutely love the way these birds look, they are incredibly charming.

这是一个非常可爱的鸟类家庭。我们在肯尼亚成功记录了四种不同的鸟类。我真的很喜欢这些鸟的外形，看起来实在太讨人喜欢了。

2. Lichtenstein’s Sandgrouse, 里氏沙鸡, 橫斑沙雞, Pterocles lichtensteinii, クロビタイサケイ

update 202601

This was our very first Sandgrouse of the Kenya tour, standing right in the middle of the road after sunset. The light was extremely low, but we kept pressing the shutter to capture this rare moment. Truly a beautiful bird.

这是我们肯尼亚行程中看到的第一只沙鸡。日落后，它就站在马路正中央。光线非常暗，但我们还是不停按下快门，记录下这个难得的瞬间。真是一只美丽的鸟。

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