Vietnam is one of the countries with rich biodiversity, especially birds. There are more than 900 species of birds here, including many unique and rare species. However, these birds are facing the risk of extinction due to many different reasons, from habitat degradation to human activities. Therefore, protecting and maintaining the diversity of precious bird species in Vietnam is very necessary. In this article, we will learn about the top 5 precious bird species in Vietnam, which are species with special ecological and cultural value that need to be preserved and protected.
Red-crowned crane
The red-crowned crane (scientific name: Grus americana) is a bird in the Crane family and is also the largest crane species. They can reach a height of up to 1.5 -1.8 meters and weigh about 8-10 kg. Male and female birds have the same appearance, however males are usually larger and have louder calls than females.
The red-crowned crane has reddish-gray plumage and long, slender black legs. They live in swamps and grasslands. In Vietnam, red-crowned cranes often migrate to Tram Chim National Park (Dong Thap province) and Hon Chong area in Kien Luong and Ha Tien districts, Kien Giang province. This bird has a very fierce temperament and often eats grass, radishes and other plants.
Start a fire
The fire warbler (scientific name: Estrilda astrild), also known as the chrysanthemum, is a species of bird in the Lark family (Estrildidae). They are small in size, with an average length of about 8.5 cm and weight of about 7.5 to 9 grams.
The fire warbler has colorful plumage, with bright red above and orange below. The male and female birds have a similar appearance, however, the male bird is brighter red and has a longer tail.
They are flock-living birds and are widely distributed throughout Africa and Asia. In Vietnam, warblers are common in the northern mountains. Magpie warblers live in grasslands, fields, open areas and low woodlands. They eat seeds and insects.
Red pheasant
The red pheasant (scientific name: Alectoris rufa) is a species of bird in the pheasant family (Phasianidae). They are medium sized, with an average length of 33 to 36 cm and a weight of about 400 to 600 grams.
Red pheasants have reddish brown and white fur, with a gray head and neck, and black spots on the upper body. Male and female birds have similar appearances, however, males have longer tails.
They are widely distributed in Europe and North Africa. In Vietnam, they live in the North, living in grasslands, fields, low forests and mountain areas. Red pheasants eat plants and small animals.
Peacock
Peacocks also have other names such as peacocks. This is a precious bird and one of the 10 most beautiful birds in nature. There are two main species of peacock, including the Indian peacock and the Blue peacock (also known as the Java peacock).
Peacocks have colorful plumage and are characterized by long tail plumes and blue tail feathers with large black eyes. Male peacocks are more colorful than female peacocks, with longer tail feathers and brighter colors. Peacocks are usually large in size, with a length of 1 to 2.5 meters and a weight of 2 to 6 kg. They usually live in moist forests and savannahs, and eat mainly seeds, insects, and small animals.
Gray babbler
The gray babbler is a small bird, with a length of about 22 cm and a weight of about 23 to 56 grams. They live in forests and semi-forested areas, where they eat fruits, berries, insects and spiders.
The gray babbler has a sweet song and the ability to imitate the sounds of other birds. They are also intelligent birds and very sophisticated in building nests.
In Vietnam, there are many diverse and abundant bird species, giving nature lovers and bird lovers many interesting experiences. However, with the increase in human activities such as forest exploitation, urban construction and pesticide use, many bird species are facing the risk of extinction. To protect birds from extinction, we need to take strong and effective actions.
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