About 850 species of birds are
found in Nepal. With the opening
of Koshi Tappu Reserve, bird
watching is gaining grounds in
Nepal. Koshi Tappu alone has
recorded over 250 species of
birds. Rare birds include
Impeyean pheasant, the national
bird, snow cock, snow pigeon,
giant horn-bill, saras crane and
babblers. The spiny babbler is a
rare endemic variety found only
in Nepal. Every year migratory
birds from Tibet, Siberia and
the northern mountains fly to
the lowlands and Terai of Nepal.
The Koshi Barrage is one of the
most important migratory
habitats. Bird watching is a
very pleasant experience during
late autumn and early spring
when the migration occurs. Other
parks and reserves also attract
more birds and birdwatchers. |
