2018 Shenzhen Bird Watching Spot Recommendations + Transportation Where to Go Bird Watching in Shenzhen

Every winter in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, some birds will stay there during migration, but also because of the weather, many birds choose to live here, no matter what kind they are, little The editor would like to tell you about the places in Shenzhen that are more suitable for bird watching. Zhongshan Park

Common bird species include red-backed flowerpecker, chestnut-backed short-footed bulbul, and fork-tailed sunbird.

Zhongshan Park, Nanshan District, Shenzhen: The types and numbers of birds in Zhongshan Park will not surprise bird lovers too much. The bird species you can see here include the red-backed flowerpecker and the chestnut-backed short-backed bird. Bulbuls, tiger-spotted ground thrush, fork-tailed sunbird, etc. However, the transportation at this location is relatively convenient, making it suitable for a family trip. Those who are interested can also take advantage of this opportunity to watch birds.

Tips: Birds generally inhabit areas of the park that are less visited by people and are relatively remote.

Transportation: Buses No. 21, 22, 201, 226 and 332 pass by the entrance of Zhongshan Park. Meilin Reservoir-Tanglang Mountain

Tanglang Mountain is close to Meilin Reservoir and has rich bird resources, including water birds and forest birds. It is a place highly desired by experienced bird lovers. However, the public security conditions in Tanglang Mountain Park are not good, so birders must go together and must not go alone.

Intimate tips: It is not suitable for first-time birders, nor is it suitable for birders who act alone.

Tanglangshan Country Park will use natural mountains and rivers as its framework and feature the natural landscape and natural ecological environment formed by mountains, rivers, forests, springs, animals and plants, allowing visitors to understand and enjoy nature during recreation, and consciously protect it. nature. The plan is to designate hillside areas with few scenic spots, large slopes, low vegetation coverage or difficulty in development and utilization, which are mainly fruit forests, but are located on urban and urban arterial roads with high landscape and ecological sensitivity, as forest ecological restoration areas and plant horses. Afforestation of Acacia acacia, Acacia Taiwan, Kapok, Lauraceae and other tree species. It is expected that in 10 years, Tanglang Mountain will be covered with lush forests except for the browsing area.

Two main routes to the top of Tonglang Peak will be opened in the country park. The park is equipped with a fitness venue and a children's paradise for citizens to exercise in the morning and evening. Futian Mangrove

Common bird species include common cormorants, egrets, herons, pond herons and more than 30 species. Arrive via J1, 76, 80, K105 and other routes

Every year from November to In the mangrove wetland in March of the following year, migratory birds can be seen flying happily everywhere, and the whistle-like singing of migratory birds can be heard everywhere. Even if it is the off-season for bird watching, you will not be disappointed here. There are dozens of species of great egrets, little egrets, kingfishers, white-breasted emeralds, blue emeralds, spotted fish dogs, white-breasted bitterbirds and black water chickens all year round. The birds that stayed in the south have always lived here.

Unfortunately, in recent years, nearby high-rise residential areas have become increasingly dense, and environmental changes have complicated the north-south migration routes of birds. Many birds have changed their migration routes. Bird enthusiasts can now observe significantly fewer bird species here than in previous years. Tips: Birds in mangrove wetlands have the habit of "eating here and there", that is, they forage in the mangrove wetlands in Shenzhen and roost in the Mai Po mangrove wetlands in Hong Kong across the sea. So the best time for bird watching here is in the morning.

There are about 60 common bird species in Futian mangroves in winter (November-March): red-necked duck, shovel-billed duck, pintail duck, green-winged duck, crested pochard, and common kingfisher , white-breasted emerald, blue emerald, spotted fish dog, brown-winged cuckoo, pearl-necked turtle dove, white-breasted bitter bird, black water chicken, coot, white-rumped curlew, crane snipe, red-footed sandpiper, snipe, Greenshank, wood snipe, sandpiper, black-winged stilt, avocet, gray-spotted snipe, golden-eyed snipe, grey-headed lapwing, red-billed gull, osprey, black-eared kite, common snipe, common cormorant, Curly pelican, egret, heron, great egret, pond heron, night heron, spoonbill, brown-backed shrike, magpie, white-necked crow, red-sided bluestart, silken starling, gray starling, black-collared Starling, starling, great tit, red-eared bulbul, white-headed bulbul, solid-colored warbler, dark green eyebird, long-tailed leaf warbler, white __, tree pipit, spotted munia, (tree) sparrow

Transportation:

1. There is a mangrove station on Shennan Avenue, but you have to walk two kilometers south to reach the ecological park.

2. There is a bus stop for the Mangrove Seaside Ecological Park on Binhai Avenue. Next to it is the underground passage and the park entrance. Walking about 100 meters along the seaside is a good place for bird watching. Meilin Reservoir

There are rich bird resources, including water birds and forest birds. It can be reached by bus lines such as 15, 324, and 222

Common bird species include white-breasted jadeite, pearl-necked dove, black-eared kite, etc. 216, 209, 213, 234, etc. arrived

Most of the birds in Bijiashan Park, Futian District, Shenzhen, are forest birds. The best time to observe migratory birds here is in spring and autumn every year, from April to May, or from September to October. Purple whistling thrushes, tiger-spotted ground thrushes and gray-backed thrushes with graceful postures and melodious calls can be seen all year round. The white-headed bulbul, commonly known as "Pulsatilla" among the people, is also a frequent visitor here. According to senior bird enthusiasts, in the early years, there were several small wetlands in Beacon Hill Park, but now these wetlands, where birds rely on for survival, have been severely damaged, resulting in a significant reduction in bird species.

There are abundant wild animals in the park. Common bird species include: white-breasted emerald, bead-necked dove, black-eared kite, brown-backed shrike, red-billed blue magpie, hair-crested drongo, purple whistling thrush, and tiger striped Ground thrush, gray-backed thrush, red-spotted chin, red-throated songbird, red-sided bluestart, magpie robin, northern redstart, black-throated stonebird, black-collared starling, great tit, red-eared bulbul, white-headed bulbul, Chestnut-backed short-footed bulbul, yellow-bellied warbler, brown-headed warbler, dark green eyebird, long-tailed leaf warbler, yellow-rumped warbler, yellow-browed warbler, black-faced babbler, thrush, [tree] sparrow, white_ _, Tree Pipit, White-rumped Munia, White-browed_.

Intimate tips: Beacon Hill Park is a mountain park. If you choose to watch birds here, you should wear long, light-colored clothes and trousers to prevent mosquito bites and sunburn.

Transportation: Bus No. 216 passes through the park. East Lake Park

East Lake Park: mostly water birds and forest birds.

East Lake Park The environment of East Lake Park is very similar to that of Beacon Hill Park, and there are also many forest birds. However, because East Lake Park is close to the Shenzhen Reservoir, waterbirds can often be seen inhabiting here. Especially in winter, the number and species of birds in East Lake Park will be much more than that in Beacon Hill Park.

Intimate tip: Go to East Lake Park to see birds in winter.

Transportation:

Bus No. 3 and No. 17 go directly to Gate 1 of the park;

Bus No. 113 can go to Gate No. 2 of the park;

Bus 29, 106, 211, 300, 351, 365. Wutongshan Park

Common bird species are available, and the chance of seeing kites, red-bellied eagles and harriers is also high.

The bird resources in Wutongshan National Forest Park are very rich, and most of them are forest birds. Not only can you observe a large number of common bird species here, but you also have a high chance of seeing raptors such as kites, red-bellied eagles and harriers, which are unmatched by other bird watching spots. In addition, Wutongshan National Forest Park is also on the path that migratory birds must pass through, so during the migration season, the number and types of birds here always make bird lovers excited.

Intimate tips:

1. Although the bird resources in Wutongshan National Forest Park are very rich, the terrain is complex and it is a 'supreme' level bird watching spot. It is not recommended for novice birders to go bird watching here.

2. It is dangerous under your feet, so you must abide by the rule of 'walking without watching birds, and watching birds without walking'.

Transportation: Buses 103, 202, 205, 208, 211, 360 and 364 pass by the entrance of the park. Baguang Village

There are about 30 common bird species in Baguang Village, including common kingfisher, spotted fish dog, noisy cuckoo, brown-winged cuckoo, and white-rumped meadowlark. Chinese Partridge has been recorded at this location. You can take No. 360 or No. 364 and get off at Kuichong

Baguang Village is located on the seaside of Daya Bay in the northeast of Kuiyong Town, Dapeng Peninsula, Longgang District, Shenzhen. It is surrounded by mountains on three sides, facing the sea on one side, and Dapeng in the southeast. Adjacent to Huizhou to the northwest and Daya Bay to the northeast, the village covers an area of ??39 square kilometers, including 31.64 square kilometers of land area. It is the gateway to Shenzhen from the eastern coast. Shenzhen Yanba Expressway runs through Baguang Village.

There are large areas of shrimp ponds along the coast, small areas of mangroves, including Kandelia candel, tung tree, tung tree and several old mangroves, and there is Yanzao Reservoir in the mountains. The original large area of ??mangroves has been developed into Jiwei. The small islands along the coast are breeding grounds for little egrets and pond herons. Vehicles are prohibited from entering and are called the eastern ecological corridor. Birdsong is heard throughout the day.

There is a group of silver-leaf trees behind Baguang Yanzao Village, which has been listed as a key protection object of the "National Rare Plant Community Protection Area". The 300-year-old tree has a huge girth, which can reach four to five meters. Its roots are exposed in a plate shape, twisting, stretching, and staggering like a horned dragon. It is almost 2 meters high. It is like a thrilling giant sculpture. . The other area is leading to Aozai Village. Hundreds of camphor trees are connected head to tail, supporting each other and embracing each other. The whole village seems to be floating in the green shade of camphor tree leaves. In Baguang, century-old banyan trees that are common in the south can be seen everywhere. There is an ancient banyan tree that has grown for 250 years. It is unique. It is a forest of single trees, with lush leaves and branches, and heavy roots hanging down to the ground.

Common bird species:

Common kingfisher, spotted fish dog, noisy cuckoo, brown-winged cuckoo, white-breasted bitterbird, white-rumped meadowlark, golden-orbited snipe, less ?, egret, pond heron, night heron, large-billed crow, red-spotted chin, red-throated songbird, magpie robin, gray-backed starling, starling, great tit, barn swallow, red-eared bulb, white-headed bulb, white-throated red-rumped bulb, Yellow-bellied Warbler, Brown-headed Warbler, Dark Green Eyed-eye, Long-tailed Leaf Warbler, Brown Willow Warbler, [Tree] Sparrow, White __, Tree Pipit, White-rumped Munia, Spotted Munia (Chinese Partridge There are records at this location) Precautions for wild bird watching

1. The best time to observe forest birds is in the morning and evening, when the birds are active and easy to see.

2. Keeping a sufficient distance from wild birds, trying not to enter the water, and not coming into contact with bird feces and other excrement is the first factor to ensure the safety of bird watching.

3. Try to avoid wearing bright and eye-catching clothing when going out for bird watching, and do not make loud noises to disturb the birds. Driving the birds away is a taboo for bird watching.

4. Telescopes are essential equipment for bird watching: everyone should have one pair of binoculars, 8 to 10 times, with an objective lens diameter of 40 or 50 mm, and no red or yellow coatings. The magnification of a monocular telescope is between 20 and 60 times. A stable tripod is required. For a group trip of three people, one monocular is basically enough.

5. In Guangdong, from December to April each year, it is the time when large flocks of migratory birds gather to fly over the winter, and it is also the best season for bird watching. Free attractions in Shenzhen

There are many free attractions in Shenzhen, including Wutong Mountain, East Lake Park, Dongxichong Beach, Dameisha, Mangrove, OCT Creative Park, Ban Painting Base, Dafen’s Oil Flower Village and Garden Expo Garden, you can ride bicycles in Yangmeikeng (Yangmeikeng Luzui Villa, the filming location of Stephen Chow's movie "The Mermaid"), climb Qiniang Mountain, as well as the Forest Museum, Dapeng City, Guanyin Mountain, Lianhua Mountain Park, Beacon Hill Park, and the Center Parks and more are too numerous to mention. Travel guide

About the climate

I will personally talk about my feelings about the climate in Shenzhen, and I will not mislead you by looking up the professional vocabulary about rain, fog and fog.

The summer in Shenzhen is very long... very long... If you plan to visit Shenzhen, the recommended time is March, April or May. A T-shirt inside and a jacket outside will be enough. , winter is around October, November, and December. No matter how cold it is in winter, a sweater or a coat can do the job.

About accommodation

There are many hotels and inns in Shenzhen. It is recommended to book directly online, such as 7 Days Inn or Home Inn, Vienna is available in almost every district of Shenzhen. . It should be noted that weekends must be booked in advance.

About food

As a typical immigrant city, Shenzhen is a food city integrating various tastes. There are tens of thousands of eating places, restaurants, food streets, food stalls, Chinese and Western restaurants of various grades, high school and low levels.

Shenzhen’s famous food streets include: Yantian Seafood Street, Shekou Food Street, Nanyuan Road Food Street, Huaqiang North Food Street, Railway Station Food Street, Xiangxi Village Food Street, Fenghuang Road Food Street, Leyuan Road Food Street, Nanao Shuitou Seafood, Bagua Road Food Street, OCT Food Street and Dongmen Food Street (the crowds are super crowded~ ~Everything tastes so-so).