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Raptors
Himalayan Buzzard
Buteo refectus
Winter visitorMedium timing confidence
Season in Chiang Mai & Lamphun
Regular arrivalNov 21
PeakDec 12
Regular departureFeb 27
Prime windowNov 28 – Dec 26
Habitat
- Primary
- Mountain slopes / open woodland
- Secondary
- Highland fields, ridges and forest edge
- Elevation
- Foothill–montane
Closest practical Chiang Mai option
Doi Suthep–Pui National Park
~10–25 kmHigh confidence
Where to look
Evidence & sources
Mae Hia: checklist/site-confirmed. Other ranked locations retain the previously validated evidence mix; see Location source(s).