On August 24, 2025, under overcast skies and a warm 27° Celsius temperature, a single observer set out to conduct a bird survey at Tripa de Galina Creek in Bangkal, Makati City, part of the National Capital Region in the Philippines. This stationary observation, lasting 1 hour and 40 minutes, revealed an impressive variety of bird species, particularly near the water's edge.

The list of observed birds includes several species of swiftlets, indicating the creek's potential for supporting insect-rich environments. In the morning, 2 Gray-rumped Swiftlets were spotted, along with a Gray-rumped Swiftlet subspecies, the Ameline Swiftlet. A single Zebra Dove was also seen, while 2 Black-crowned Night Herons were observed, likely foraging for food in the creek's vicinity.

Other notable sightings include a Little Egret and an unidentified white egret, highlighting the creek's importance as a habitat for herons and egrets. A Golden-bellied Gerygone made a brief appearance, as did a Black-naped Oriole, and a Philippine Pied-Fantail, with multiple species of swallows, bulbuls, crows, and sparrows also observed.

These sightings demonstrate the rich avifaunal diversity surrounding Tripa de Galina Creek, particularly in the early morning hours. The observer, EDP Liuag, likely made use of the creek's accessibility and the morning's calm conditions to make the most of the survey.