Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park
Located in Thailand's northeast region and with an area that is almost one hundred per cent forested, this park is home to numerous endemic and rare plant and animal species
By ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
With media contributions from Mira Mei Balmedina, Nam Nao National Park, Phonlugsamee Chompoopong, Peak Khongsak, and อาเฌอ.
Asian Elephants in Thung Khamang by Phonlugsamee ChompooponASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
With the majority of the area forested and undisturbed, the park is a complete representation of the ecosystems of the upper northeastern region of Thailand.
The diverse ecosystems in the park are home to unique plant species such as Magnolia thailandica, Sapria himalayana, Dacrydium elatum, Aquilaria crassna, Eulophia flava, and Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum.
Thung Kamang in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park by อาเฌอASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Thung Khamang, a paradise for wildlife
A large grassland located in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary, Thung Khamang is a haven for various species of deer.
Sambar deer in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park by อาเฌอASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Thung Khamang, a paradise for wildlife
A large grassland located in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary, Thung Khamang is haven for various species of deer.
Hog deer in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park by อาเฌอASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Thung Khamang, a paradise for wildlife
A large grassland located in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary, Thung Khamang is haven for various species of deer.
Can you see it?
It’s the Critically Endangered big-headed turtle
(Platysternon megacephalum)
Other unique fauna in the park include:
• Marbled cat
• Serow
• Asian elephant
• Hog deer
• White-winged wood duck
• Gaur
• Leopard
• Clouded leopard
• Asian golden cat
• Assamese macaque
Cave in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park by Mira Mei BalmedinaASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
The park is also a source of geological diversity.
Its cave system extends more than 10.6 km deep into the mountains and reaches up to 995 m in height.
Oriental Pied Hornbill in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park by อาเฌอASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Nature study site
Due to its biological and ecological diversity, the park is not only regarded as a "nature study site" but is also a great place to visit for camping, forest bathing, and birdwatching.
White-winged wood ducks in Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park by Peak KhongsakASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary-Nam Nao National Park
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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 media contributions from Mira Mei Balmedina, Nam Nao National Park, Phonlugsamee Chompoopong, Peak Khongsak, and อาเฌอ.
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