Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary (Bugun Liocichla habitat).
India's first new bird species since Independence — the Bugun Liocichla — was scientifically described here in 2006 by astrophysicist-turned-birder Ramana Athreya, on land protected by the Bugun community itself. Global range: 44 sq km.WHY NOBODY KNOWS
Lama Camp and Bompu Camp run birding lodges Oct-May. 600+ bird species recorded; 4 species of hornbill, red panda, clouded leopard. The Bugun Liocichla is critically endangered with ~20 known individuals — sightings are rare but the search itself is the journey. ILP required.
