Bird
watching at Nhong Thung Thong Wildlife Sanctuary
 Nhong
Thung Thong is a great spot for bird lovers as the sanctuary
is home to over 70 bird species. These birds mostly migrate
from freezing climates to escape from the cold weather. The
peak season when numerous species of birds gather in the sanctuary
is during October and March. It was designated a wildlife
sanctuary in December 1985. The sanctuary covers almost 18,475
rai, and encompasses basins separated by several swamps. There
are five major swamps for the birds and water animals inhabiting
the sanctuary. The largest is Nhong Thung Thong with an area
of 2,500 rai. The most familiar residents to found within
the sanctuary include monkeys, chevrotains, otters, jungle
fowls, civet cats, and mongoose.
One
can use the Surat Thani - Na Sahn route or Highway 4009. At
Km 18 make a right to enter the Asia highway. You get to the
sanctuary after another six km.
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