Wildlifeof Korea
Wildlife in Eocheongdo Island
Jeonbuk
A small island far out in the Yellow Sea, reached by ferry from Gunsan, that is one of East Asia's best-known places to watch songbird migration. In late April and May, and again in autumn, tired migrants fill its gardens, fields and woods, and rare birds turn up every season. Ferries are cancelled in rough weather.
Highlights
- Spring and autumn songbird migration
- Flycatchers, buntings and thrushes at close range
- Rarities every season
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Eocheongdo Island?
- Top wildlife targets in Eocheongdo Island include Blue-and-white Flycatcher, Yellow-breasted Bunting, Black Paradise Flycatcher, Black-naped Oriole, Oriental Dollarbird and Yellow-throated Bunting. Highlights: Spring and autumn songbird migration.
- Where is Eocheongdo Island?
- Eocheongdo Island is in Jeonbuk, Korea (about 36.12°, 125.98°).
- What are the highlights of Eocheongdo Island?
- Spring and autumn songbird migration, Flycatchers, buntings and thrushes at close range and Rarities every season.