Birdwatching is back in vogue in Bueng Boraphet
Bueng Boraphet, a semi-natural lake in Nakhon Sawan province, is now crowded with several species of migratory birds, especially diving ducks, that have flown in from the Himalaya mountains.
Bueng Boraphet, or Boraphet Marsh, is the largest freshwater swamp and lake in Thailand. It is spread over more than 200 square kilometres in Nakhon Sawan province and is home to almost 200 species of wild animals, birds and plants.
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Waterbirds are obviously the main reason for bird-watchers to visit Bueng Boraphet, as they are making a comeback in Thailand. Now the spotlight is on the flock of many foreign ducks such as the rare red-crested Pochard, large Indian spot-billed duck, Northern Shoveler, etc. All the photos were taken on December 20-21.
With the cold weather in the North of Thailand drawing thousands of migratory birds, this is a great time of the year for birdwatching.
Those interested in birdwatching can rent a boat, which can accommodate 10 people, for Bt500 per hour. It is best to head to the birdwatching park area. Viewers should use a birdwatching telescope and keep 500 metres away from the birds, as they are sensitive and easily scared.
