Identification of Black-crowned Fulvetta The Black-crowned Fulvetta is an adorable small bird with large, liquid cartoon-like eyes. It has a plain brown overall plumage. The dark crown is patterned with jagged pale streaks, and its pale face is marked by a broad black stripe above the ear and a distinctive “teardrop” mark below the eye. […]
Explore the vibrant world of Cat Tien National Park, where the symphony of Tokay Gecko and the subtle movements of snakes create a thrilling backdrop for herping adventures. Herping in Cat Tien National Park from the Cattien Bent-toed Gecko to the imposing King Cobra, this forest is a haven for reptile enthusiasts. Uncover five essential […]
Cat Tien National Park, nestled within Vietnam’s embrace, holds a storied past that spans the arcs of conservation and transformation. Initially revered as a crucial sanctuary for the endangered Javan rhinoceros, this lush expanse grappled with the imminent threat of extinction facing these majestic creatures. Battling the dual challenges of poaching and habitat degradation, the […]
Cat Tien National Park is renowned as one of Vietnam’s largest national parks, representing a pristine landscape with a diverse and abundant ecosystem, allowing wildlife and vegetation to flourish freely. Moreover, Cat Tien National Park is recognized as the only place in Vietnam where one can witness wild animals such as Gaur (Bos gaurus), Asian […]
Vietnam is one of the countries with high biodiversity, characterized by significant climate variations, ranging from near-equatorial regions to adjacent subtropical areas. The diverse topography contributes to the richness of various ecosystems, particularly the iconic forest ecosystems in the region. Up to now, Vietnam has established, maintained, and strengthened a system of policies and legal […]
Cat Tien is one of the four largest National Parks in Viet Nam. It is a pristine area with a rich and diverse ecosystem. Plant and animal species are free to grow and develop here. The park is home to 1,610 species of vascular plants, accounts for 61.96% of the total flora orders in Vietnam. […]
Nestled in the heart of Vietnam, Cat Tien National Park emerges as a sanctuary of biodiversity, where lush landscapes and untamed wilderness converge to create a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. As a testament to the country’s rich primate diversity, Vietnam proudly shelters 24 species of these intelligent and charismatic creatures. However, it is within the […]
Cat Tien National Park is situated 150 km from Ho Chi Minh City to the north, located in 6 districts: Tan Phu, Vinh Cuu (Dong Nai), Cat Tien, Bao Lam, Da Teh (Lam Dong ) and Bu Dang (Binh Phuoc). Extending across three provinces in Viet Nam’s Central Highlands and Southeast Region, the park is […]
Critically Endangered Species (CR) Critically endangered species are species that are facing an extremely high risk of extinction (according to IUCN). They are at the top of IUCN’s Red List of threatened species. In 2016, 7 primate species in Vietnam were included in this list, with 4 of them being endemic to Vietnam. The Eastern black […]
Endangered Species (EN) Endangered species, or species at risk of extinction, are facing a high risk of extinction outside of natural causes (according to the IUCN). They rank second on the IUCN Red List of threatened species. In 2016, Vietnam had 10 endangered species listed in this category. Although the number of endangered species remains unchanged, […]