Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife refuge and Important Bird Area in Trashiyangtse District, Bhutan
Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in eastern Bhutan that spans diverse landscapes and forest types. It contains multiple habitats ranging from subtropical woodlands to high mountain meadows and bare peaks.
The area was established as a protected sanctuary in 1998 to safeguard the region's rich biodiversity. This designation helped preserve critical migration routes and breeding grounds for many animal species.
The communities living here follow traditional ways that reflect a deep respect for nature and wildlife. Daily life in the sanctuary shows how people and animals share the same spaces through carefully balanced practices.
Visits require official permission and preparation for changing mountain weather conditions throughout the year. The best time to visit depends on which animals you want to see and which trails you plan to explore.
One of the most important wintering grounds for endangered black-necked cranes, which arrive each year to rest and feed. It is also home to a rare butterfly species that exists nowhere else in the world.
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