On January 9, 2025, David Morrison embarked on an evening walk with his dogs in Lag-asan, Bago City, Negros Occidental, Philippines. The sunny afternoon yielded a delightful encounter with 11 bird species.

As David strolled through the locality, he spotted a Red Collared-Dove (single bird) and a flock of 6 Zebra Doves. The air was filled with the sweet songs of a Pied Triller, and he was delighted to sight a Philippine Pied-Fantail, a striking bird with its distinctive black and white stripes.

The walk also turned up 3 Brown Shrikes, which were busy foraging for insects and seeds. Three Striated Grassbirds, with their distinctive stripes, were seen pecking at the ground, while 12 Barn Swallows, their iridescent feathers glistening, flitted about, actively hunting for aerial prey.

Among the flowering bushes, a lone Garden Sunbird caught his eye, its bright plumage shining in the fading light. The avian highlight of the walk, however, was the large flock of 40 Chestnut Munias and 30 Eurasian Tree Sparrows, which flooded the area with their lively chirping.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, David caught a glimpse of 2 Paddyfield Pipits, their earthy tones blending seamlessly into the surrounding environment.

The walk, which lasted 34 minutes and covered a distance of 1.89 kilometers, was a rewarding experience for David, who shared his observations with pleasure.