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Giant Hermit Crabs of Koh Tachai: The Andaman Star and the Return of a Closed Paradise

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05
Jan

Koh Tachai (เกาะตาชัย), located in the northern part of the Similan Islands National Park in Phang Nga Province, was once hailed as the “Maldives of Thailand” due to its fine, powder-white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters . However, the island has been closed for ecosystem restoration since 2016 (B.E. 2559) . Yet, what truly […]

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Fun facts, marine animal, Sustainable & Eco-friendly

The Chicken Crab of Koh Tachai: The Island’s Star That Chirps Like a Chicken (With Photography Tips)

Posted on by Zil
03
Jan

Koh Tachai is not only blessed with white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, but also a unique island “star” that is equally remarkable: the Chicken Crab of Koh Tachai (locally known as Poo Kai), a large land crab that primarily lives on land but has a deep ecological connection to the sea. The Chicken Crab […]

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Koh Tachai: A Complete Photography Guide to Thailand’s Returning Paradise

Posted on by Zil
03
Jan

People often call Koh Tachai the “Maldives of Thailand”, and it ranks among the most beautiful islands in the Andaman Sea. Fine, powder-soft white sand, crystal-clear turquoise water, and a rich underwater ecosystem make the island a dream destination for travelers and photographers alike. After more than nine years of closure for natural restoration, Koh […]

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