Overview
Yunnan is one of the most birdy areas in China,situated in southwestern China, stands as the country’s premier birdwatching destination, boasting the largest number of bird species. Home to over 1,000 avian species, accounting for about two-thirds of China’s total and 9% of the world’s, this province’s rich biodiversity draws bird enthusiasts globally.
Yunnan’s diverse habitats create ideal conditions for avian life. The high-altitude mountain ranges, such as the Himalayan foothills, offer alpine meadows and coniferous forests, while the tropical rainforests of Xishuangbanna nurture lush canopies. The vast wetlands and lakes, like Erhai Lake and Lugu Lake, provide essential feeding and breeding grounds. These varied ecosystems support migratory species and endemic populations year-round.
The diversity in Yunnan’s birdlife, from the majestic cranes to the tiny, jewel-toned flycatchers, reflects the province’s unique ecological tapestry. Its combination of rich habitats, rare species（Babblers,Laughinthrushes,Parrotbills,Hornbills,Pheasants and Partridges,etc.）, and stunning landscapes cements Yunnan’s status as a global birdwatching paradise.
Highlights
- Lady Amherst's Pheasant
- Hornbills
- Gray Peacock Pheasant
- White-cheeked Partridge
- Rufous-throated Partridge
- Red-tailed Laughingthrush
- Biet's Laughingthrush
- Gray-sided Laughingthrush
- White-hooded Babbler
- Gray-bellied Wren-Babbler
- Slender-billed Babbler
- Cachar Wedge-billed Babbler
- Rufous-tailed Babbler(Moupinia)
