Wild About Hong Kong - hiking, wildlife, conservation and more
Wild About Hong Kong - hiking, wildlife, conservation and more
Hong Kong is usually a poor place for seeing migrating birds of prey; on many days, you might be hard-pressed to see even one passing over. But on some days – and perhaps not every year, two species can be…
While there's no apocalypse now in Hong Kong's insect world, threats and changes are cause for concern - including for us humans
Many birdwatchers have a place or two near home which they watch regularly – a place known in birdwatching terms as a "local patch".
An easy hike explores the relatively little visited, wild south of Lamma - which is like a corner of the far-flung New Territories.
Reaching the top is somewhat challenging, but the rewards are panoramic views from the most splendiferous summit in Hong Kong.
Double Haven is among the most beautiful areas in Hong Kong, and a ferry ride to Lai Chi Wo on the west shore makes for a wonderful outing.
Hoi Ha Wan - "Bay Beneath the Sea" - cn be wonderfully serene, while Pak Sha O is a traditional Hakka village, in a nearby wooded valley.
On Lantau, you can hike tough hill trails or stroll coastal paths, and enjoy wild landscapes, waterfalls, old villages, beaches and more.
Several factors have led to a marked increase in the numbers of wild boars seen on the city fringes, and even in some urban areas.
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) launched the Hong Kong Biodiversity Information Hub (HKBIH) (bih.gov.hk) today (1 March 2022) aiming to foster a better understanding of local biodiversity by members of the public. The HKBIH is a one-stop website…
