Hengshan Eagle Watching Platform Introduction
The terrain of the Bagua Mountain Range is generally high in the south and low in the north. The highest point of the entire Bagua Mountain Range (Bagua Plateau) is at "Hengshan", with an elevation of 442.6 meters. Along the route in the Hengshan area, one can see the terraces formed by the ancient alluvial erosion of the Zhuoshui River. Looking south from the cliffs of Hengshan, one can also view the four terraces of Puzhong, Songbai Keng, Chishui, and Dazhuang. Due to its high location in the Hengshan area, visitors can overlook the Changhua Plain and the nearby cliffs and valleys. It is common to see eagles soaring gracefully in the nearby valleys, using the updrafts, or diving swiftly to catch their prey, creating a dramatic and awe-inspiring sight. Around the time of the spring equinox in March, this area is an excellent spot to observe Grey-faced Buzzards at the southern end of the Bagua Mountain Range; whether they are migrating, hunting, taking off, or landing, they can be easily seen. Additionally, in the Hengshan area, one can also observe resident birds such as the Crested Serpent Eagle, the Japanese Sparrowhawk, and others that spend their entire lives on the island, so it is not mandatory to visit only around the time of the spring equinox for bird watching.
