On January 31, 2025, the picturesque region of Sto Rosaria Ajuy in Western Visayas, Philippines, played host to a fascinating birding expedition. Led by enthusiast Paul Aston, this two-hour, fourteen-minute journey through the lush landscape yielded six distinct bird species.

Observations began at 06:55 with a single Medium Egret spotted in the area, followed by a sighting of two Coppersmith Barbet (Philippine Red-faced) perched in a fig tree. These vibrant birds seemed to be thriving in their natural habitat, attracting other birds to the same location.

Intriguingly, a quartet of Pied Trillers and a pair of Asian House-Martins flew through the region, providing a glimpse into the area's diverse avian community. The Asian House-Martins were noted to have distinctive underwing coverts that differed in color from their flight feathers.

Meanwhile, Java Sparrows, with their population count of six, represented the largest group spotted during the excursion. Their sightings, along with a group of four Eastern Yellow Wagtails, offer a window into the region's birdlife despite the observer's limited 2.48 km distance.