Capital

Naypyidaw

Official Language

Burmese

Fun Fact

The traditional sport is chinlone, a game resembling a dance

National Animal(s)

Indochinese Tiger & Green Peafowl

National Bird

Grey Peacock-pheasant

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Animal Laws of Myanmar

The Animal Laws of Myanmar PDF contains the general animal protection laws and related statutes for Myanmar. Uncaged World updates these bi-annually. Always check official sources for the most up-to-date legal status.

Animals of Myanmar

Grey Peacock-Pheasant

Conservation Status: Least Concern

The Grey Peacock-Pheasant is a beautiful forest bird found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia. It is recognized by its gray plumage adorned with shimmering blue-green eye spots on its wings and tail. Feeding on seeds, fruits, insects, and other small invertebrates, it forages along the forest floor. Habitat loss and hunting have caused population declines in parts of its range.

Indochinese Tiger

Conservation Status: Endangered

The Indochinese Tiger is a rare tiger subspecies found in the forests and mountains of mainland Southeast Asia. Recognized by its orange coat with narrow black stripes, it is a powerful solitary predator that hunts deer, wild pigs, and other large mammals. As an apex predator, it plays a vital role in maintaining healthy forest ecosystems. Habitat loss, poaching, and declining prey populations have made the Indochinese Tiger endangered.

Popa Langur

Conservation Status: Critically Endangered

The Popa Langur is a critically endangered monkey found only in the forests surrounding Mount Popa in Myanmar. Discovered as a distinct species in 2020, it is recognized by its gray fur, black face, and distinctive white eye rings. Popa Langurs feed mainly on leaves, fruits, flowers, and seeds while living in small social groups. With only a few hundred individuals remaining, habitat loss and hunting make it one of the world's rarest primates.

Malayan Tapir

Conservation Status: Endangered

The Malayan Tapir is the largest tapir species, found in the tropical forests of Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, and Indonesia. It is recognized by its striking black-and-white coloration and short, flexible trunk, which it uses to gather leaves, fruits, and aquatic plants. Mostly active at night, the Malayan Tapir is an excellent swimmer and often cools off in rivers and ponds. Habitat loss and road collisions have made this unique mammal endangered.

Green Peafowl

Conservation Status: Endangered

The Green Peafowl is a large, brilliantly colored bird found in the forests, grasslands, and wetlands of Southeast Asia. Males are recognized by their shimmering green plumage and spectacular long tail feathers, which they display during courtship. Green Peafowl feed on seeds, fruits, insects, reptiles, and other small animals while foraging on the ground. Habitat loss and hunting have caused severe population declines, making this magnificent bird endangered.

Myanmar Snub-nosed Monkey

Conservation Status: Critically Endangered

The Myanmar Snub-nosed Monkey is a rare primate found in the remote mountain forests of northern Myanmar and nearby China. It is recognized by its upturned nose, black-and-white fur, and long tail. Living in high-altitude forests, it feeds on leaves, fruits, buds, and lichens. Habitat loss and hunting have made this unique monkey critically endangered.