Plovers of Vietnam – Charadriidae With 15 species of Plovers of Vietnam, occurring over the country, some species really hard to see Vietnam’s jewels, the striking Northern Lapwing and River Lapwing the more understated, though equally desirable, Pacific Golden-Plover, will without doubt appear near the top of any birders wish list. This family lives in […]

Herons Of Vietnam – Pittidae With 20 species of Herons of Vietnam, occurring over the country, all of them are really easy to see in every corner of Vietnam. They are easy to find because of their appearance although with many colors but quite hard to ID what species in this family especially 5 species […]

Pheasants & Partridges of Vietnam – Phasianidae Vietnam is home to 20 species of pheasants and partridges, some of which are very rare to spot. Among them, four stand out as Vietnam’s rare forest treasures: the striking Edwards’s Pheasant, Orange-necked Partridge, Vietnamese Crested Argus, and Germain’s Peacock-Pheasant. Alongside these, the elegant Green Peafowl and Siamese […]

Pittas of Vietnam – Pittidae Vietnam is home to 9 special species of pittas, though some are quite difficult to spot. Among them, the Bar-bellied Pitta and the Blue-rumped Pitta, near-endemic treasures, are the top target for birdwatchers. Although their range extends beyond Vietnam’s borders, the country remains their stronghold. Vietnam also hosts seven other […]