On August 24, 2025, David Morrison embarked on a birding expedition to Punta Pantalan, Bulata, Cauayan in Negros Occidental, Philippines. Over the course of an hour and 28 minutes, Morrison covered a distance of 2.759 km, observing a diverse range of bird species.

The expedition began with the sighting of Red Collared-Doves and Zebra Doves, with seven of the latter seen throughout the area. Morrison also encountered an unidentified pigeon/dove, which may be a species yet to be identified or recorded in this region.

A few birds were heard rather than seen, including the Philippine Coucal and the Visayan Tailorbird, both of which were identified solely by their unique calls. The Coucal was heard alone, while the Tailorbird was detected along with the Golden-headed Cisticola.

Waterbirds such as the Collared Kingfisher were observed, as were songbirds like the Coppersmith Barbet and the Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker. The Golden-bellied Gerygone and the White-breasted Woodswallow were among the other bird species seen during the expedition.

In addition to the above-mentioned species, Morrison also spotted a mix of swallows, including the Pacific Swallow and the Eastern Red-rumped Swallow, as well as the Yellow-vented Bulbul and the Garden Sunbird. A Chestnut Munia and 20 Eurasian Tree Sparrows rounded out the day's sightings.

The birding expedition to Punta Pantalan provided David Morrison with a unique glimpse into the avifauna of Negros Occidental, highlighting the region's diverse and thriving bird population.