Kaeng Krachan National Park catches bear
Kaeng Krachan National Park is like Mother Nature’s secret garden in Thailand. Nestled in the lush jungles of Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan provinces, it’s a haven for nature enthusiasts. Think dense forests, pristine waterfalls, and wildlife that you’d normally see on National Geographic.
Other than the reputation of the beauty, the park is also known as a place where bears make surprise appearances while they go about their bear business.
This time, a black bear was caught having its own table dinner at night in the park. Read on for the story.
A popular lush national park for spotting wildlife
Image credit: @peugeot_runjuanjai via Instagram
The Kaeng Krachan National Park is a wildlife hub. Located in Phetchaburi, the park is a large natural wonder where you can enjoy either a nature retreat or an adventure.
This gem has several tourist spots to sightsee and activities to do. If you’re seeking some tranquility time, Kaeng Krachan Dam is the place to go.
Panoenthung Scenic Point is also a popular viewpoint where you can view seas of fog throughout the year. From April to June, you can visit Ban Krang Campsite to see thousands of butterflies. Feeling hot? Refresh yourself at Pa La-U Waterfall, a lush scenic waterfall where you can relaxingly soak in the water and go on a hike amidst the thick jungle. There’s so many places to choose from.
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The park is also known for spotting wildlife, especially birds. Here, you can expect to see many species of birds, such as oriental pied hornbills, greater flamebacks, common green magpies and so on.
A bear with table manners
Image credit: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช via Facebook
It seems the wildlife at Kaeng Krachan National Park can be quite polite.
On November 7th, two black bears were spotted in the Kaeng Krachan area. One of them was found sitting at a table, seemingly enjoying a meal. This particular bear is named “Durian” and has been identified as a regular visitor of Unit 19 in the Khao Pha Nern Thung area. “Durian” has similar scars on its face and dark spots on the right chest.
The second bear, known as “Kha Nun,” is frequently seen in the Ban Krang area.
Though both bears were said to have a friendly nature towards tourists, the head advised them not to store food inside their tents to prevent any bear interference.
Once the photo of the bear was released, it quickly grabbed the attention of netizens.
Netizens’ reaction
Screenshot: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช via Facebook
Translation: It’s sitting in a polite manner, and it has a napkin.
Screenshot: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช via Facebook
Translation: When will the food come? lol
Screenshot: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช via Facebook
Translation: Is that a real bear or a person in a bear costume?
Screenshot: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช via Facebook
Translation: Where were servers? Why did they keep the customer waiting so long?!
Kaeng Krachan National Park and its polite bears
Kaeng Krachan National Park is a mustvisit if you’re a nature lover. With so many places and experiences that you can go for here, you won’t run out of things to do.
Plus, you’ll rest assured that the wildlife – especially the bears – will be polite in these grounds. Just make sure you don’t leave food behind or try to feed them!
Address: Kaeng Krachan, Kaeng Krachan District, Phetchaburi 76170
Opening hours: 8am-5pm, Daily
Entrance fee: ฿300 (~USD8.37) for foreigners, ฿100 (~USD2.79) for Thais
Comtact: +66 3 264 6294 | Google Maps
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Cover image adapted from: กรมอุทยานแห่งชาติ สัตว์ป่า และพันธุ์พืช via Facebook and @peugeot_runjuanjai via Instagram