Wushih Birdwatching Area Introduction
Why is it called Wushier Jiah? Legend has it that the name was derived from the area’s farmland, which once measured 52 jia in size. The Wushier Jiah Wetlands were formerly part of the old river channel of the Dongshan River, and the low-lying terrain leads to year-round water accumulation, creating extensive marshland that provides an excellent environment for rice paddies. This has resulted in a unique and rich wetland ecosystem, making it a paradise for birds, attracting large flocks of migratory birds each winter to feed and roost. The best birdwatching time is from October to December and in April during spring. In addition to the winter visitors, common sightings include mallards, northern shovelers, and gray herons. Over the years, the Wushier Jiah birdwatching area has recorded more than a hundred bird species, including some special species such as gray geese, white-fronted geese, and black-necked cranes, making it an essential destination for birdwatching enthusiasts. In recent years, besides birdwatching, this area has also become a secret floral haven in summer. Due to past flooding that caused damage to the soil embankments, farmers have planted hundreds of flowered grasses to safeguard the dikes. During blooming season, the night-blooming flowered grass lights up the area like fireworks in the trees, dazzling and increasingly beautiful as the night goes on, making this summer night spectacle a favorite among many travelers. The beauty of the Wushier Jiah Wetlands is suitable for all seasons, and a biking trip in the Lanyang area can be arranged at any time of the year to enjoy the pastoral wetland scenery. In summer, one can witness the "one-night beauty" performance of the night-blooming flowered grass, while in autumn and winter, biking along the coast allows visitors to appreciate the autumn rice paddies and the beauty of natural ecology, especially the winter birds' flying and feeding displays, exploring these lovely and elegant aerial creatures.
