Nepal

Nepal

Nepal's elevational gradient from 60m to 8,849m (Everest) supports extraordinary diversity. Chitwan's subtropical grasslands host Bengal Florican, while the Koshi Barrage is South Asia's premier waterbird site.

Recorded Species

890

Hotspots

60

Overview

Detailed habitat intelligence, species counts, and seasonal guidance will appear here as data is added to this region.

Hotspot Map

60 mapped locations · click a pin to explore
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Top Hotspots

Amaltari and Area

Birding Hotspot

Annapurna Conservation Area - Dhampus

Birding Hotspot

Annapurna Conservation Area - General

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Annapurna Conservation Area - Ghasa

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Annapurna Conservation Area - Ghode Pani and Poonhill

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Annapurna Conservation Area - Jhinudanda (Hotsprings)

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Australian Base Camp - Raptor Migration Site (Thulakharka)

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Bardia National Park - Far Southeastern Portion

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Bardiya National Park - General

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Chitwan National Park - Baghmara Buffer Zone

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Chitwan National Park - Barahi Jungle Lodge Walk

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Chitwan National Park - Beeshazar Lake

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Chitwan National Park - Gaida Lodge

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Chitwan National Park - General

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Chitwan National Park - Headquarters

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Chitwan National Park - Jagatpur and Area

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Chitwan National Park - Kamal Taal

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Chitwan National Park - Kumros Buffer Zone

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Chitwan National Park - Lamo Taal

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Chitwan National Park - Madi Kalyanpur

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Chitwan National Park - Pandavnagar Area

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Chitwan National Park - Rapti River at Gaidaha

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Chitwan National Park - Rhino Resort

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Chitwan National Park - Sauraha

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Chitwan National Park - Sauraha Rapti River Dike

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Chitwan National Park - Tamor Taal

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Chitwan National Park - Temple Tiger Jungle Lodge

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Chitwan National Park - Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge

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Chitwan National Park - Tikauli Jungle

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Climb to World Peace Stupa

Birding Hotspot

Disappearing Forest

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Fishtail Lodge

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Gadhi Siraichuli Important Bird Area (Upardang Gadhi)

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Ghodaghodi Lake Important Bird Area

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Godavari Botanical Gardens

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Godawari Forest, lowest few miles of road to Chapakharka

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Hetauda - Foresty Campus

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Hetauda and Area

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Ilam - General Area

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Jagdishpur Taal

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Koshi Barrage

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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve - General

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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve - Koshi Camp

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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve - Kushaha (Park HQ)

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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve - Prakashpur Area

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Kosi Bird Observatory-(KBO)

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Langtang National Park - Syabru to Lama Hotel

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Lumbini and Area

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Mt. Phulchowki - General

Birding Hotspot

Mt. Phulchowki - Lowest Few Miles of Road

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Phewa Lake

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Phewa Lake - Wetlands

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Pohkara - General Area

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Pokhara - Phewa Lakeside

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Sarangkot

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Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park - General

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Shuklaphanta National Park

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Shuklaphanta National Park - Grasslands

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Vulture (Jatayu) Restaurant and Grassland

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World Peace Stupa

Birding Hotspot

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Best Time to Visit

Spring (Best)Mar – May
Autumn Clear SeasonSep – Nov

"April at Shivapuri and Langtang brings breeding Satyr Tragopan and Himalayan Monal to open ridges, often within clear view of birders."

Species Guide

🐦 Birds of Nepal

Iconic species profiles with conservation status, where to find them, and best timing.

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