On August 25, 2025, bird enthusiasts Sean Martinez and Pete Simpson embarked on a four-and-a-half-hour adventure in Barangay Calinan, a restricted-access area in Davao del Sur, Philippines. During their trip, they spotted an astonishing 36 different bird species.

Among the birds observed were several species of doves, including a Zebra Dove, which was seen five times during the trip. The travelers also caught a glimpse of the Philippine Coucal and Black-faced Coucal, both endemic to the region.

The trip also yielded a number of interesting sightings, including the Asian Koel, a member of the cuckoo family. Other notable birds included the Rufous-crowned Bee-eater, the Rufous-lored Kingfisher, and the Collared Kingfisher, which can be identified by its distinctive white neck ring.

Waterbirds were also in abundance, with the Barred Rail being spotted once. In addition, the travelers saw two Mindanao Hornbills, which are known for their striking red plumage.

Insectivorous birds were also represented, with the Rufous-fronted Tailorbird, Striated Grassbird, and the Brown-throated Sunbird spotted during the trip.

Swarms of birds were also a notable feature of the trip, with sightings of the Guaiabero, a species of oriole, in large groups. The travelers also observed a large number of Everett's White-eye, a species of bird known for its striking white eye-ring, with 25 individuals seen during the trip.

The day ended with a flock of 12 Eurasian Tree Sparrows, seen in a small area of the trip.