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Author name: Gordon

Gordon King is the owner of Simply Birding, a website dedicated to sharing his passion for birdwatching and the wonders of nature. An avid naturalist, Gordon has authored numerous books that reflect his love for the outdoors, all of which can be found here: https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/Gordon-King/author/B0CNXBNF38 .In addition to his work on birding and nature, Gordon is also exploring his interest in writing children's books, aiming to inspire young readers to appreciate the natural world around them.

Image of a Lesser Green Leafbird in its natural habitat

Lesser Green Leafbird (Chloropsis cyanopogon)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Birds, Leafbird / Birds, Leafbird

The Enigmatic Lesser Green Leafbird: A Jewel of Southeast Asian Forests The Lesser Green Leafbird (Chloropsis cyanopogon) is a captivating

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Image of a African Black White-toothed Shrew in its natural habitat

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African Black White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura nigrofusca)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Mammals, Shrew / Mammals, Shrew

Introduction The African Black White-toothed Shrew, scientifically known as Crocidura nigrofusca, is a fascinating mammalian species belonging to the family

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Image of a Festive Coquette in its natural habitat

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Festive Coquette (Lophornis chalybeus)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Birds, Coquette / Birds, Coquette

Introduction The Festive Coquette (Lophornis chalybeus) is a tiny hummingbird endemic to south-eastern Brazil. It belongs to the coquette group,

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Image of a Blackish White-toothed Shrew in its natural habitat

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Blackish White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura nigricans)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Mammals, Shrew / Mammals, Shrew

Introduction The Blackish White-toothed Shrew, scientifically known as Crocidura nigricans, is a small mammal that belongs to the family Soricidae.

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Image of a Brown-winged Schiffornis in its natural habitat

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Brown-winged Schiffornis (Schiffornis turdina)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Birds, Schiffornis / Birds, Schiffornis

Brown-winged Schiffornis: A Comprehensive Insight into Schiffornis turdina Introduction The Brown-winged Schiffornis, scientifically known as Schiffornis turdina, is a fascinating

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Image of a Japanese Sparrowhawk in its natural habitat

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Japanese Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza gularis)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Birds, Sparrowhawk / Birds, Sparrowhawk

The Japanese Sparrowhawk: A Comprehensive Overview The Japanese Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza gularis) is a remarkable bird of prey that graces the

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Gorgeted Sunangel (Heliangelus strophianus)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Birds, Sunangel / Birds, Sunangel

Introduction The Gorgeted Sunangel (Heliangelus strophianus) is a small, resident hummingbird of the western Andes. It occurs in south-western Colombia

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Image of a Forest Scrub Robin in its natural habitat

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Forest Scrub Robin (Tychaedon leucosticta)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Birds, Robin / Birds, Robin

Forest Scrub Robin (Tychaedon leucosticta): A Detailed Exploration Introduction The Forest Scrub Robin, scientifically known as Tychaedon leucosticta, is a

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Image of a Narcondam White-toothed Shrew in its natural habitat

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Narcondam White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura narcondamica)

Gordon / September 21, 2026 / Mammals, Shrew / Mammals, Shrew

Narcondam White-toothed Shrew (Crocidura narcondamica) Introduction The Narcondam White-toothed Shrew, scientifically known as Crocidura narcondamica, is a unique and fascinating

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