Birds · Our Neighbours

Nam Sang Wai has been the winter home for thousands of Great Cormorants which fly south and roost on its eucalyptus plantations. An egretry can also be found one-and-a- half kilometres to the southeast of Nam Sang Wai where local Little Egret and Chinese Pond Herons nest and breed the next generations.

As part of our master plan, we have for several years mapped the flight paths of these wild birds to ensure the design of the residential area gives special consideration to the flight paths of migratory birds, with the buildings positioned to avoid the flightlines of great cormorants, egrets, etc. We have also planned for the planting of suitable trees and bamboo to provide more nesting places.

Over 90% of the existing trees are retained. We plan to replant eucalyptus trees every year, and also improve the reed growing environment by thoroughly clearing Typha and Mikania from the reed beds and reshaping the surrounding waterways. Wetland enhancement will precede any construction work, which will be conducted in phases to mitigate impact to wildlife.

The enhanced wetland at Nam Sang Wai not only provides safe refuge for the birds, but also offers a much improved experience for young and old people alike to enjoy bird watching, recreation and environmental education.