When the Pink Powder Puff (Calliandra surinamensis) begins to bloom around Chiang Dao Hut, its bright pink flowers attract more than just our attention.
One of the colorful visitors that regularly comes to feed on the nectar is the Brown-throated Sunbird (Anthreptes malacensis).
With its metallic blue-green, purple and yellow plumage, the male is especially beautiful when sunlight catches its feathers. The birds move quickly from flower to flower, using their curved bills to reach the nectar.
For guests staying at Chiang Dao Hut, moments like this can happen right around the accommodation. You don’t always need to travel deep into the forest to enjoy birdwatching. Sometimes, sitting quietly in the garden with a cup of coffee is enough to see some of Chiang Dao’s birdlife.
The flowering season also brings different birds and insects into the garden, making each season at Chiang Dao Hut a little different.
For those who would like to discover more, birdwatching and nature activities are also available with Guide SunTan, exploring Chiang Dao and the surrounding natural areas.
Stay close to nature. Watch, listen, and discover Chiang Dao.
