Birding in Krabi is an absolute dream if you’re into tropical ecosystems and rare species. This province in southern Thailand packs a large range of habitats into a relatively small area—lowland rainforests, mangroves, limestone cliffs, islands, beaches, and freshwater wetlands. That means you can see an incredible variety of birds, often without having to travel far between locations.
Krabi Birding Info
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- Best Place to find Raptors
- White-bellied Sea Eagles
- Owls
- Birds, Bats, Owls Gallery
- Top 100 Birding Spots in Krabi
- Krabi Birding Report
- Best Places around Krabi Town to Find Birds
- Gear to Bring while Birding in Krabi
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From the elusive Gurney’s Pitta (possible?) and Hooded Pitta in the dense jungle of Khao Nor Chu Chi, to White-bellied Sea Eagles soaring over the coastlines, Krabi is full of unexpected sightings that’ll blow your mind if you’re even halfway into birdwatching.
Outside the jungle, Krabi’s mangrove forests and coastlines offer a totally different set of species. The mudflats around Krabi town, Ao Nam Mao, and Ko Klang can be loaded with waders and shorebirds during migration season.
You might catch sight of Ruddy Kingfishers, Mangrove Pittas, or Brown-winged Kingfishers lurking in the dense tangles. Boardwalks around Krabi’s waterfront and places like Tha Pom Khlong Song Nam are easy access points for seeing birds like flycatchers, herons, and the odd raptor.
If you’re hitting the islands—Phi Phi, Lanta, or Ko Jum—bring your binoculars. Sea birds, bee-eaters, and even frigatebirds show up if you’re lucky. Birding around cliffs and forest edges often brings surprises like the Great Hornbill or flocks of Chestnut-headed Bee-eaters.
And don’t skip the early morning boat rides—calm waters, good light, and birds everywhere. Whether you’re a hardcore life-lister or just someone who likes watching nature move, Krabi delivers the kind of birding that’s equal parts relaxing and thrilling.