ajohn

Regardless of whether the bird was wild, I must admit I am jealous of those who managed to see it. An absolutely amazing record!

You must have been really surprised/confused/excited when you found such an unusual bird in such an unexpected location!

ajohn

Stunning photos!

Further to Captain's comments, Bearded Reedling (=Bearded Parrotbill) is also now on Category E of the HK list on the basis of birds seen/trapped at Mai Po. (That was a thrill, walking to a net at Mai Po to find such a distinctive bird trapped!)

Unfortunately I think Purple Cochoa will have the same fate - Category E - but well done finding and identifying the bird