Wild Beijing
Beijing's position along the East Asian–Australasian Flyway makes it one of the world's most significant migratory corridors. This guide draws on data from eBird (Cornell Lab of Ornithology) and BirdReport.cn (中国观鸟记录中心), together with local knowledge, to introduce the city's best birding sites — with habitats, seasons, target species, and directions by public transport and car.
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Start Here
New to birding, or seen something you don't recognise? A downloadable guide to the species most often encountered in central Beijing's parks and green spaces.
Explore the guide →Want to know where to find Beijing Babbler or Pallas's Rosefinch? A guide to finding the 10 most sought-after birds in Beijing.
Explore the guide →A records-based status of the species recorded in Beijing, including maximum counts where available — searchable and filterable.
Open the interactive guide →The Sites
Ten of the best birding sites in and around the capital — from city parks to mountain peaks and vast reservoirs. Explore them on the map, compare them in the table, then dive into the details below.
Tap a pin for a quick summary and a jump-link to the full site details. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Pin positions are approximate.
At A Glance
| # | Site | Species | Time from centre | Best season | Star species | Public transport |
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Site Guide