The Eastern Plains of Mondulkiri

Cambodian Tailorbird (Orthotomus chaktomuk) is only found in the floodplain wetlands where the mighty Mekong River meets the Tonle Sap and Bassac Rivers. The Cambodian Tailorbird birding site is excellent for open-country species such as Plain-backed Sparrow and we often see large waterbirds such as Oriental Darter and Painted Stork. In the scrub in which the Cambodian Tailorbird is found, we should also see a range of winter visitors, such as Black-browed Reed-warbler, Brown Shrike and Siberian Rubythroat.

Sites to visit

Dak Dam | Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary

Seasons:  Cool and dry from December-February, rapidly becoming warmer and wetter during March and April. Hot and wet from then until November. Most birds only calling from December-April.

Habitats:  Lowland and hill semi-evergreen and evergreen forest, with some areas of difficult to access deciduous dipterocarp forest.

Planning a trip:  It is recommended to allow 2-5 days to experience this location.