Bird Watching in Nepal

Overview:

Nepal is a home to 850 species of native and migratory birds making itself the bird watcher’s paradise. Among these 500 species are found in Kathmandu valley alone. The hills surrounding the Kathmandu valley grants a wide range of ecological diversity from primary and secondary forest to Rhododendron, Oak and Pine forest. Other than this wetlands and open fields in the valley make a wide habitat for many species of birds. The most popular Bird watching spots in Kathmandu valley are Pulchowki, Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati River, Taudaha and many others. Apart from this different species of birds are found in Nepal depending upon the vegetation and altitude. Nepal too provides habitat to many endangered species of birds like Impeyan Pheasant, Lophophorous and Spiny babler. So grab your binoculars and drench yourself in the beautiful world of birds for a rewarding experience which is Nepal ready to serve.