And I'm done.

And then I realized that even if I COULD find the common species in the bird book, it wouldn't mean anything because it's all Western-oriented, so it doesn't matter if I can identify a Whitebreasted Water Stepper, because the Thais who might know what I'm talking about would have no clue what I said.

But like I said, no worries there: common species do not seem to be represented.

I have to say, though, that the Siamese Fireback, Thailand's national bird, IS listed. With no mention of its endangerment, protection, or status.

The Crested Jungle Fowl is mentioned, too. What a glorious name for a banty rooster, huh?