Field notes
Birds
A small owl that hunts by day as well as by night, often found close to the lodge.
Only described to science in 2004, this tiny owl is a prize for any visiting birder.
A secretive thrush of the shaded forest floor, best found at first light.
Perfectly camouflaged pairs roost by day in the undergrowth; guides know where to look.
A huge forest owl, linked in Sri Lankan folklore to the eerie call of the “devil bird”.
The emblem of Sinharaja: noisy family groups that often travel with mixed flocks.
Plan your visit
Come for the birds. Stay for the forest.
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