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Cat Tien National Park Avian Elegance: Unveiling the Splendor of 3 Broadbill Bird Species

Cat Tien National Park is one of Vietnam’s largest and most pristine, offering a thriving ecosystem where wildlife and vegetation flourish freely. It is the only place in Vietnam where visitors can witness wild animals like the Gaur (Bos gaurus), Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus), Sambar Deer (Rusa unicolor), Barking Deer (Muntiacus muntjak), Wild Boar (Sus […]

Into the Green Heart of Vietnam: Cat Tien National Park Eco-Tours

Cat Tien National Park: A Stalwart Odyssey in Conservation Through Perseverance and Collaboration

Vietnam, known for its high biodiversity and varied climate, boasts rich ecosystems shaped by diverse topography, with iconic forest landscapes. To protect this natural wealth, Vietnam has developed robust policies and a network of special-use forests, including Cat Tien National Park. Read more: Exploring the Richness: Biodiversity Wonders of Cat Tien National Park in Viet […]

[Bird list of Cat Tien and Dalat] top 2 hotspots for the birder in Vietnam

Oriental Bay Owl

Overview and Distribution The Oriental Bay Owl (Phodilus badius) is a type of bay owl, usually classified with barn owls in the Order Strigiformes and Family Tytonidae. It is completely nocturnal, and can be found throughout Southeast Asia and parts of India. It has several subspecies. It has a heart-shaped face with earlike extensions. The […]

Birding in Dalat plateau

How to Birding in Dalat Plateau?

Let’s explore the best time for birding in Dalat Plateau, home to 8 endemic species, 9 endemic subspecies, and 14 near-endemic species. This guide introduces each birding spot and suggests accommodations for a memorable birdwatching experience. Situated at an elevation of 1,500 meters on the Dalat Plateau, this area is home to many of Vietnam’s […]

Birding in Tan Phu forest

How to Birding in Tan Phu forest & Ma Da Nature Reserve [update 2023]

Why birding in Tan Phu Forest & Ma Da Nature reserve? Birding in Tan Phu Forest and Ma Da Nature Reserve, part of the UNESCO-listed Dong Nai Biosphere Reserve, offers a rich mix of biodiversity and scenic beauty. With habitats ranging from evergreen forests to wetlands, these areas are home to species like Germain’s Peacock-Pheasant, […]

Birding in Can Gio mangroves

How to Birding in Can Gio mangroves and mudflat

Why birding in Can Gio Mangrove Can Gio Mangroves, with their captivating interplay of water and land, beckon to bird enthusiasts for an array of compelling reasons. While the dominant habitat here, plantation mangrove, may not be the primary draw for key bird species, it’s the intertidal mudflats and sandbanks that take center stage. These […]

Birding in Mekong delta

How to Birding in Mekong Delta: Discover Serene Wetland Adventures for 7 Birding Delights

Birding in the Mekong Delta unveils a sanctuary where nature thrives in its full splendor. This vast region offers an unparalleled birding experience, shaped by diverse and dynamic habitats. From shimmering intertidal mudflats and expansive salt pans to bustling shrimp ponds and serene mangrove and melaleuca forests, every landscape invites discovery. Seasonally flooded grasslands, swamps, […]

Birding in Sa Mu pass

Birding in Sa Mu pass – Bac Huong Hoa Natural Reserve

Little known by birders around the world, the Sa Mu pass is located in the northwest Quang Tri province and belongs to Bac Huong Hoa Natural Reserve Area. The area encompassed by lowland and mid-montane evergreen forest in central Vietnam, adjacent to the international border with Laos. The avifauna of reserve area is typical of the Annamese […]

Birding in Mang Den

How to Birding in Mang Den – Ngoc Linh Np. [updated 2025]

Birding in Mang Den Mang Den is surrounded by montane evergreen forests, making it an ideal place for bird havens. Chestnut-eared Laughingthrush, a recently discovered near-endemic, is one of the main highlights for birders. It also shares a few specialties with Dalat Plateau, such as Indochinese Wren-babbler, Black-hooded Laughingthrush, Grey-crowned Crocias, and Yellow-billed Nuthatch. Other […]

Birding in Lo Xo pass

Birding in Lo Xo pass

Bird fauna in Lo Xo – Birding in Lo Xo Lo Xo is actually the name of a pass on Ho Chi Minh road leading Da Nang southwest-ward to Kon Tum. The mountain forest along the Vietnam border with Laos. It is located in the Kontum Plateau EBA nearby Ngoc Linh national park, the tantalizingly […]