Thailand Wildlife Watch

Table of Contents Introduction What is Gai Baan? Raising Style Role in the Household Seasons and Chickens Buddhism & Culture Mini Economy Learning “Itadakimasu” Conclusion ↑ Back to Top Living with Gai Baan in Rural Thailand – Embracing Eggs and Meat from Native Chickens Introduction: My Experience of Taking a Life In modern Japan, it’s normal to see eggs and chicken meat neatly packaged in supermarkets. But during a stay at my wife's family home in rural Thailand, I witnessed the process firsthand— collecting eggs and eventually slaughtering older chickens for meat . This hands-on “itadakimasu” experience deeply connected me to the relationship between life and food. What is Gai Baan? Typical Chickens in Thai Villages Native Chickens – ไก่บ้าน (Gai Baan) ...

  Table of Contents 🦎 What Are Monitor Lizards? 🌍 Where Can You See Them in Bangkok? ⚠️ Are Monitor Lizards Dangerous? Why Are They Important in Thai Culture? 🧳 Tips for Tourists Conclusion 🔬 Scientific Profile of Monitor Lizards What Are Monitor Lizards? One day, while I was enjoying a pleasant walk through Lumphini Park in Bangkok, a large lizard suddenly appeared in front of me. It was unlike anything I had ever seen in Japan. I stopped in my tracks, unsure if it was poisonous or aggressive. I stood there, cautiously watching it. To my surprise, it moved slowly and peacefully, showing no signs of hostility. I felt relieved, but the encounter left me curious. After doing some research, I found out that the creature I saw was most likely a monitor lizard. These large reptiles are commonly found in tropical Asia, including Thailand. Known for their long bodies, strong claws, and forked tongues, they can grow up to 2 meters in length. I...