Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park is a rich archipelago with 42 biodiverse islands. It measures 102 square kilometres.
By ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
With photo contributions from Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
Sam Sao Island by Mu Ko Ang Thong National ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The park is located at the shore of the Surat Thai Province, east of Ko Samui in the Gulf of Thailand.
Wildlife in Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
• 91 species of birds
• 58 species of butterflies and insects
• 38 species of corals
• 31 species of fish
• 17 species of reptiles and amphibians
• 11 species of mangroves
• 9 species of mammals
Bryde's whale (2022) by Mu Ko Ang Thong National ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Unique Fauna
Its marine ecosystem is home to the Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin; finless porpoise; Bryde's whale; and green turtle.
Dusky Langur (2020) by Mu Ko Ang Thong National ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Unique Fauna
Its limestone forest ecosystem is home to dusky langurs (Trachypithecus obscurus) and plain-pouched hornbills (Rhyticeros subruficollis).
Ang Thong Lady's Slipper (2021) by Mu Ko Ang Thong National ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The endemic Ang Thong lady slipper (Paphiopedilum niveum) can also be found in the park.
Pha Jun Jaras Viewpoint by Mu Ko Ang Thong National ParkASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The Park is a treasure trove of marine biodiversity, serving as a critical habitat and hatchery of rare, threatened, and endangered marine species.
ASEAN Heritage Parks
ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs) are protected areas of high conservation importance that provide valuable contributions to safeguarding ecosystems and biodiversity.
AHPs provide a window to the world, showcasing a wealth of biodiversity that is uniquely ASEAN.
With photo contributions from Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park
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