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Birdwatching In Bhutan

Truly Bhutan offers an exceptional experience for those interested in observing the avifauna that thrives within its rich and diverse forest reservoirs. With 72% of its landscape blanketed by vegetation, Bhutan’s conservation efforts and religious beliefs centered on non-violence have made it a hotspot for birdwatching tours. In fact, Bhutan has been recognized as one of the ten most biodiverse regions in the world, with 221 endemic bird areas. With 770 species of avifauna recorded and more yet to be discovered, it is truly an exciting prospect for birding enthusiasts.

Notably, Bhutan is home to numerous species of birds on the brink of extinction globally, such as the Beautiful Nuthatch, Black-necked Stork, Blackish-breasted Babbler, Blyth’s Kingfisher, Chestnut-breasted Partridge, Dark-rumped Swift, Eurasian Curlew, Eurasian Peregrine, Ferruginous Duck, Great Hornbill, Palla’s Fish-eagle, Pallid Harrier, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Rufous-throated Wren-babbler, Satyr Tragopan, Ward’s Trogon, White-rumped Vulture, White-throated Bushcat, Woodsnipe, Yellow-rumped Honeyguide, Black-necked Crane, Imperial Heron, and White-bellied Heron. Furthermore, almost 200 species of avian are endemic and restricted to certain regions, while about 50 species of avian are migratory.

Bhutan is a hotspot for birdwatching tours due to its conservation efforts, religious beliefs centered on non-violence, and its rich and diverse forest reservoirs that cover 72% of the landscape. It is recognized as one of the ten most biodiverse regions in the world, with 221 endemic bird areas and 770 recorded avifauna species.

Bhutan is home to numerous endangered bird species, including but not limited to the Beautiful Nuthatch, Black-necked Stork, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Satyr Tragopan, and White-bellied Heron.

The ideal time for birdwatching in Bhutan depends on the species you want to observe. For the Black-necked Crane, the best time is between November and February. For other species like the Rufous-necked Hornbill and Satyr Tragopan, the ideal time is from April to June during their breeding season.

Top spots for birdwatching in Bhutan include Phobjikha Valley, Thrumshingla National Park, and Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary. These locations are home to various bird species, such as the Black-necked Crane, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Satyr Tragopan, and White-bellied Heron.

Essential equipment for a birdwatching tour in Bhutan includes high-quality binoculars, a spotting scope with a tripod, a comprehensive field guide, a camera with a telephoto lens, a notebook and pen, comfortable clothing and footwear, and a lightweight, durable backpack.