Phulchowki- important bird area (IBA) and Shivapuri Najarjun National Park -IBA are two main birding areas in Kathmandu valley.The notable birds are White-browed Shrike Babbler, Long-tailed Minivet, Red-billed Leiothrix, Rufous Sibia, Chestnut-crowned Laughingthrush, Streaked Laughingthrush, Nepal Fulveta, Mountain Bulbul, Fire-breasted Flowerpecker and Black Eagle.