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Indigenous schools ensure next generations protect Borneo’s ‘omen birds’
“The culture of listening to omen birds is getting rare now ... But omen songbirds such as the white-rumped shama have become popular due to their striking plumage and voice.
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GLOBAL INDIGENOUS: Funding for community policing program to end
Yet, omen birds like the white-rumped shama are increasingly sought for their vibrant feathers and melodious calls. Captured and placed in cages, they are often entered into singing contests with ...
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Perhilitan seizes 40 white-rumped shamas in wildlife trafficking bust
seized 40 white-rumped shamas worth RM1mil at a supermarket parking lot here on Sunday (Aug 11). According to a Sinar Harian report, each bird is worth approximately RM25,000. The report said the ...
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Cops, Perhilitan conduct raids, seize 72 exotic birds worth RM700,000 in Perak
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have seized 72 exotic birds following a joint operation ... raids together with Perhilitan where they seized 72 white-rumped shama birds worth nearly RM700,000.