Refinery and ship - Pulau Bukom

While the waves do not look impressive, our boat was shaking so much that I had to use a shutter speed of 1/1000 to ensure that the image would be sharp. Lots of smoke. I do hope that it is mainly condensation...

The Anchor of a Tanker

Detail of a tanker off Pulau Bukom, Singapore.

Singapore Container Terminal

Back from Semakau Island, the ferry passes by the container port, an opportunity to catch some views from the sea.

Spotted Dove - Pasir Ris Park

After observing the herons, while walking back towards the car park, I stumbled upon this spotted dove, who decided not to fly off immediately when I slowly acquired the photographic target with the long lens... Not a great shot but it is my first picture of this bird.

Black-Crowned Night Heron - Pasir Ris Park

My first sighting of this bird in Singapore.

Heron Rookery - Pasir Ris Park (3)

Still carrying branches to build its nest, this heron is a little late as most others have already completed the task.

Heron Rookery - Pasir Ris Park (2)

Sun bathing break for this grey heron.

Heron Rookery - Pasir Ris Park (1)

A colony of grey herons decided to nest along Sungei Tampines, within the Pasir Ris Park. Currently, some are in the process of building their nests and others seem to be incubating their eggs. We can see between 20 to 30 nests and plenty of busy birds. Follow up visit is to be planned, to meet the chicks and observe the parents bringing food back to them.

Walk around Pasir Ris Park

A busy little bird caught as it was oberving the surroundings before flying to its nest to feed its chicks.

Sungei Buloh Encounters (10)

This little heron has a good catch as the tide recedes.

Sungei Buloh Encounters (9)

A female olive-backed sunbird approaching her nest. She is bringing insects to her chicks every five minutes.