Team members

Harn Sheng Khor is a self-confessed twitcher, naturalist, and talented bird photographer who enjoys sharing guests’s excitement when they spot ‘lifers.’

Harn is also a a professional aquaculturist, passionate bird and photography guide, and dedicated committed to sustainability.

Having lived in Darwin since 2017 and coming from a photography background with a keen eye for spotting nature’s hidden details, Harn brings his local expertise to the NT Bird Specialists’ Team and inspires others to connect with the natural world through birding.

Harn finds joy in helping guests find new bird species ‘lifers’, and enjoys sharing stories and birding experiences from across the Northern Territory, Australia and Malaysia.

Among his favourite birds are quails and partridges; he appreciates their cute and skulky nature, which makes the challenge particularly satisfying to see them in the wild. Photographing these birds always brightens his day!

Harn is a skilled linguist as an English, Malay and Chinese-speaking guide in Mandarin, Teochew, Hokkien and Cantonese.

Beyond birds and fish, Harn’s interests extend to the beauty of orchids, reptiles and the captivating world of Utricularia (Bladderworts), blending a unique array of passions that fuel his deep love for nature.
Harn is also a foodie and a great cook!

You’ll often find Harn chasing vagrant sightings on a stormy day in Darwin.
When asked if he’s a twitcher, Harn replied

“Yes, I’m definitely a twitcher. I like to challenge myself to find rarities and lifers whenever I go birding on my own both within the Northern Territory and beyond, as time permits.
I enjoy spending time to learn each bird’s habits which helps me anticipate their behaviour and better position myself for improved photo opportunities.
And while I’m away, I always slot in some time to taste the local cuisine!”