Near Kelau Forest Reserve

[Glorious Begum]

An interesting place near Kelau Forest Reserve. 2+ hours drive from KL and another 1+ hours 4x4. Not the normal 4x4 can go in. It has to be modified 4x4 WD. Weather was bad that day, only a few couple of common butts around like Rings, Sailor and skippers. The 4x4 ride was tough, both hands have to hold tightly and can't even let go for a few seconds , no chance for a smoke too. :sweat:

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303828.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303829.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303825.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303831.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303834.jpg

[Glorious Begum]

a few common butt shots. Do correct ID if there is any mistake. :cheers:

Udara dilecta dilecta

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303963.jpg

Caleta elna elvira

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303965.jpg


Lexias pardalis dirteana (Archduke)

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303968.jpg


Pithauria marsena

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303966.jpg


Polyura athamas athamas (Common Nawab)

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303964.jpg


Neomyrina nivea periculosa (The White Imperial)

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303967.jpg

[atronox]

First time seeing a white imp at ground level.:)

[Painted Jezebel]

Looks like fun getting there! I can't find Kelau on my Malaysian Road Map, but, seeing that you found the Udara species, can I presume it is somewhere in the central mountain range?

The White Imperial is right up there in my 'most want to see' list. Somehow, I think the 'forests' I have on Samui would not be to this species's liking. I will have to go to the mainland for it. It is so beautiful. Thanks for showing it.

[Glorious Begum]

Looks like fun getting there! I can't find Kelau on my Malaysian Road Map, but, seeing that you found the Udara species, can I presume it is somewhere in the central mountain range?



Yes, it is somewhere in the middle of Malaysia on the left of Raub town. I have no idea the actual spot. In that area, there are ferns all over the places. I would guess it is quite high.

[moloch]

I am amazed that you could get in, even with a 4x4. That road looked like a nightmare!

The Imperial would have been worth the trip. I wonder what else would be there if the weather had been more cooperative?

Regards,
David

[Silverstreak]

The White Imperial is worth the torturous ride !!!

:cheers:

[bluefin]

WOW. :omg: The 4 X 4 ride seems interesting. I am good to have a go at it. :bruce::bruce:

The White Imperial is juz marvelicious. :) :)

:cheers:

[Silverstreak]

In Google Earth search for : Kelau, Raub , Pahang, Malaysia



Looking at the track , why not we wait for raining season and go by boat!!:bsmile:

http://www.pbase.com/lcgoh/image/141303829.jpg

[Glorious Begum]

:bsmile: Then you won't find any butt. None of us can hand held the camera for first 15 minutes. Shaking like mad. :bsmile: :bsmile:


In Google Earth search for : Kelau, Raub , Pahang, Malaysia



Looking at the track , why not we wait for raining season and go by boat!!:bsmile:

[Blue Jay]

All the shots are really beautiful!!!:grin2:

[atronox]

The mud looks awesome haha~:bsmile:

[WillFolsom]

That certainly is one whole lotta mud! Don't believe i've ever seen tracks that bad. Still those results are magnificent! Stunning beauty you captured. Well done. William