Hongkongers Embrace Nature in First Bird Call Contest

Mon Sep 15 2025 20:59:08 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

The inaugural bird call contest in Hong Kong showcased the creative talents of bird lovers, dressed as various species while promoting environmental awareness.

Over the weekend, the Hong Kong Bird Watching Society organized the city’s first-ever bird call contest, aimed at raising conservation awareness. Participants showcased their skills in mimicking the calls of local bird species, with the grand prize awarded to Bob Chan for his excellent impression of a Eurasian tree sparrow. The event celebrated the rich avian diversity in Hong Kong, which hosts over 580 recorded bird species.

Hongkongers Embrace Nature in First Bird Call Contest

This weekend, the Hong Kong Bird Watching Society hosted its first-ever bird call contest, inviting enthusiasts to showcase their talents. The contest took place to promote conservation awareness among the public, while also celebrating the diverse avian population that the city has to offer.

Participants donned costumes that resembled various local bird species, skillfully mimicking the rhythmic calls of birds including the Koel, Asian barred owlet, and Chestnut-winged cockatoo. The grand prize was awarded to Bob Chan for his remarkable impression of a Eurasian tree sparrow, leaving the audience in awe of his skills.

According to sources, more than 580 bird species have been documented in Hong Kong, and this contest successfully amplified the voices of those advocating for environmental preservation.