Wuweigang Waterbird Refuge, Bird sanctuary in Suao Township, Yilan, Taiwan.
Wuweigang Waterbird Refuge is a protected area with wetlands and mangrove forests near Suao in Yilan that provides habitat for waterbird species year-round. The landscape shifts with the seasons, offering different conditions and attracting various birds during their movements across regions.
The area became a protected refuge to safeguard crucial habitats for birds that breed locally and those passing through during seasonal movements. This protection status ensures these populations continue to find suitable conditions for survival and reproduction.
The refuge draws visitors interested in watching waterbirds and learning about wetland ecosystems from those who monitor the area. People come to experience how this landscape supports both local residents and birds that travel across continents during migration seasons.
Visitors can walk marked paths and use designated observation points to watch birds, with early morning providing the best viewing conditions. Moving quietly and taking time to pause at different spots increases your chances of spotting more species and observing their behavior.
The waters here support native fish species like Silver Bream and Luderick that form an integrated food web. These fish are essential to the diet of many waterbirds that rely on them as a food source throughout the year.
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