Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could can be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen, while Medium and Eastern Cattle Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are regularly present from August to April, inhabiting the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the sports fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, especially when the crimson Hong Kong Rose (Rhodoleia championii) is in bloom. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a stairway up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is present in some winters.
From the herbal garden, another stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill are United and New Asia Colleges. The forested areas around the United College library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagles can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen, while Medium and Eastern Cattle Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are regularly present from August to April, inhabiting the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the sports fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, especially when the crimson Hong Kong Rose (Rhodoleia championii) is in bloom. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a stairway up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is present in some winters.
From the herbal garden, another stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill are United and New Asia Colleges. The forested areas around the United College library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagles can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen, while Medium and Eastern Cattle Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are regularly present from August to April, inhabiting the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing sports fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, especially when the Hong Kong Rose (Rhodoleia championii) is in bloom. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a stairway up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is present in some winters.
From the herbal garden, another stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill are United and New Asia Colleges. The forested areas around the United College library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagles can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen, while Medium and Eastern Cattle Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are regularly present from August to April, inhabiting the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, especially when the Hong Kong Rose (Rhodoleia championii) is in bloom. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a stairway up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is present in some winters.
From the herbal garden, another stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is are United College. and New Asia Colleges. The forested areas around the United College library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle Eagles can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen, while Medium and Eastern Cattle Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are regularly present from August to April, inhabiting the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring.spring, especially when the Hong Kong Rose (Rhodoleia championii) is in bloom. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path stairway up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is common present in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep another stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas around the library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. seen, while Medium and Eastern Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are regularly present from August to April, especially along inhabiting the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas around the library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge across the stream in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas around the library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas around the library have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).November).
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. occur, and Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
November).The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
half. The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has minivets and wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers minivets and minivets.wintering warblers. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, and Blue-winged Minla are introduced residents, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the Chung Chi library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, Asian Emerald Dove and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station).station), as are White-breasted Waterhen. Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen present from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Minivet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen western end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour to an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take a path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds such as Great Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including such as Great Barbet.Barbet and Red-billed Blue Magpie. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, stairway, a path (shown in green on the map) leads around to the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow follow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, a path leads around to the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional.
occasional. There is a path following the stream down to Chung Chi College, but it is in a poor state of repair and the bridge in particular is currently unsafe.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Plaintive Cuckoo may be heard in spring, and Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, a path leads around to the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Slaty-backed Forktail may be seen.seen. Dusky Warbler and Chinese Blackbird occur regularly in winter. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, a path leads around to the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometimes has warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, a path leads around to the swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leads to the Alumni Garden which sometiumes sometimes has warbelrs warblers and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, a path leads around to the swimmnig swimming pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leds the leads to the Alumni Garden which sometiumes has warbelrs and minivets. From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake. Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various various flycatchers and drongos occur.
occur. Red-flanked Bluetail is common in some winters.
From the herbal garden, a steep stairway leds up towards the central campus. Turning left off the staorway, a path leads around to the swimmnig pool which is surrounded by forest. Leaf warblers, pipits and (in some years) thrushes winter here. The path leds the the Alumni Garden From here, a small path leads down to Chung Chi Stream. Mountain Tailorbird can be heard or seen here in winter, and Red-capped Babbler throughout the year. Grey Wagtail is regular at the stream, and Slaty-backed Forktail occasional.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake.
lake. Collared Crow can often be seen around the lake and/or the playing fields (Lingnan Stadium).
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake.
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, spring. Velvet-fronted Nuthatch is resident, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur.
At the top of the hill is United College. The forested areas have birds including Great Barbet. Crested Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or seen soaring overhead around mid-morning when thermals have developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake.
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area.
area and herbal garden. Here various flycatchers and drongos occur.
At the top of the hill is United College. The foreted forested areas have biords birds including Great Barbet. Crested Sprnet Serpent Eagle can often be heard and/or een seen soaring overhad aroudn mid-mminng overhead around mid-morning when thermals have deloped.developed.
Like Hong Kong in general, the campus is rewarding throughout the year except in summer (late May to late August) when the species diversity is low and the heat oppressive. The greatest diversity is to be found in winter, while the most unusual species are to be seen on migration in spring (March-early May) and autumn (September-early November).
The campus is quieter on Sundays and holidays, and during term breaks.
The campus is large and exploring all the areas mentioned here would take half a day, but the most interesting area from the station to Chung Chi College could be explored in an hour and a half.
From the MTR station, take exit A and head for the south arm of the lake which should then be visible. At the bottom of the south arm, kingfishers, flycatchers, wagtails and occasionally Slaty-backd Forktail may be seen. A path leads along the west bank of the lake. From this path, one bridge crosses the lake and another leads to an island. Black-crowned Night Herons and Chinese Pond Herons are resident around the lake (roosting on the east bank near the station). Little Egrets and Grey Herons are sometimes seen. Cattle and Medium Egrets use the playing fields on migration. Common Kingfishers are seen from August to April, especially along the southern and western arms of the lake.
At the the westen end of the lake are the buildings of Chung Chi College. In the area outside the library, Scarlet-backed Flowerpecker and Fork-tailed Sunbird are common in spring, while Daurian Redstart and Olive-backed Pipit are regular in winter. At the western end of the library, a path leads to Chung Chi Road. Cross the road and folow the path along the stream past the chapel. Blue Whistling-thrush and Grey Wagtail are resident here. In the forest, Scarlet and Grey-chinned Minvet, Crested Goshawk and Yellow-cheeked Tit may occur. The road ends at the School of Divinity. From here, one can take path up the hill to the greenhouse area.
At the top of the hill is United College. The foreted areas have biords including Great Barbet. Crested Sprnet Eagle can often be heard and/or een soaring overhad aroudn mid-mminng when thermals have deloped.
