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Kinabatangan – Borneo’s Mighty River

10,000 Birds

The lodge is unusual in having a raised walkway behind the lodge, allowing those of us keen to bird or watch wildlife when most normal people are resting in the middle of the day. Trips apes Birding Borneo' Orangutans never get old. We stayed at the Sukau River Lodge, which is one of the nicest lodges on the river.

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The Geladas of Ethiopia

10,000 Birds

Their scientific name is Theropithecus gelada, the former word meaning “beast-ape” in Greek. These experiences were the highlight of my trip to Ethiopia and one of the most fascinating and enjoyable encounters I have ever had the privilege to experience in many years of wildlife watching. Gelada lip flare and yawn. Photo by Adam Riley.

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