Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex
The complex covers 3 national parks (Kaeng Krachan NP, Kui Buri NP, Chaloem Phrakiat Thai Pra Chan NP) and a wildlife sanctuary (Maenam Phachi Wildlife Sanctuary).
By ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
With photo contributions from Kaeng Krachan National Park
Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex measures 4,373 square kilometres, spanning portions of Nong Ya Plong, and Kaeng Krachan districts in Phetchaburi Province and of Hua Hin district in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.
Elephant herd (2011) by Kaeng Krachan Forest ComplexASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The Wildlife
Larger mammals include elephants, gaur, sambar deer, banteng, serow,bears, Indo-Chinese tigers, leopards, Fea’s muntjac, Malayan tapir, white-handed gibbon, dusky and banded langurs, Asian wild dog, otter, and wild boar.
Bos javanicus and Bos gaurus (2011) by Kaeng Krachan Forest ComplexASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The gaur (Bos gaurus) and endangered Banteng (Bos javanicus) can be found roaming in the forest complex.
Unique Flora
Continental species such as oaks, chestnuts, and maples are also found here. Some of the valuable trees include Makhamong (Afzelia), Takhian (Hopea), Chanthana (Tarena), Yang (Dipterocarpus), Taback (Lagerstroemia), Pradu (Pterocarpus), and Kritsana (Aquilaria).
Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex by Kaeng Krachan Forest ComplexASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The Habitat
Dipterocarp, mixed deciduous, and evergreen forests cover 80 per cent of the Park.
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 Kaeng Krachan National Park
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