On a drizzly morning in Binalbagan, Negros Occidental, one keen observer braved the weather to count the local birdlife. David Morrison, the lone participant, walked for 1 hour and 27 minutes, covering a distance of 1.959 km in the City Centre.

The list of birds observed during this short trip includes a mix of urban dwellers and wetland visitors. The Rock Pigeon, a common city bird, was seen once, while the Red Collared-Dove and Zebra Dove each made multiple appearances, with 11 and 8 sightings, respectively. A few unidentified Dove spp. and a swiftlet were also spotted.

Waders made up a significant part of the list, with herons and egrets vying for attention. The Little Egret led the way with 11 sightings, followed closely by the Javan Pond-Heron with 13. Other egrets included the Eastern Cattle-Egret, Medium Egret, and a mysterious unidentified white egret.

Birds of prey and insectivores were not as prominent but still notable. A Blue-tailed Bee-eater added some colour to the list, while a Collared Kingfisher and White-breasted Woodswallow demonstrated their adaptability to urban environments.

Other birds observed included a Cinnamon Bittern, a Barred Rail, a Crested Myna, and various sparrows, starlings, and munias.