The tiny island has the highest breeding density for many specific species in Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)
The tiny island has the highest breeding density for many specific species in Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)
Hon Trung, which spans just under two hectares, was awarded special certification on November 28, 2024. (Photo: VNA)
Hon Trung, which spans just under two hectares, was awarded special certification on November 28, 2024. (Photo: VNA)
The island, which is devoid of human habitation and characterised by sparse grass and rocks, has become a crucial breeding ground for several rare seabird species. (Photo: VNA)
The island, which is devoid of human habitation and characterised by sparse grass and rocks, has become a crucial breeding ground for several rare seabird species. (Photo: VNA)
Among the species found there are the black-backed tern, the greater crested tern, the white-bellied sea eagle, the white-rumped swiftlet and the grey-headed tern. (Photo: VNA)
Among the species found there are the black-backed tern, the greater crested tern, the white-bellied sea eagle, the white-rumped swiftlet and the grey-headed tern. (Photo: VNA)
Surveys indicate an impressive average egg density of 4.88 eggs per square metre. (Photo: VNA)
Surveys indicate an impressive average egg density of 4.88 eggs per square metre. (Photo: VNA)
Greater crested terns at the Hon Trung Bird Sanctuary. (Photo: VNA)
Greater crested terns at the Hon Trung Bird Sanctuary. (Photo: VNA)
Surveys indicate an impressive average egg density of 4.88 eggs per square metre. (Photo: VNA)
Surveys indicate an impressive average egg density of 4.88 eggs per square metre. (Photo: VNA)
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Hon Trung recognised as most fertile seabird habitat

The Vietnam Record Organisation (VietKings) has officially recognised Hon Trung Bird Sanctuary in Con Dao National Park in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau as the most fertile seabird habitat.