Phetchabun, Ecotourism Take a boat trip to see freshwater jellyfish, Khao Kho District, Phetchabun Province, creatures that can be found only in a few places on Earth. Kaeng Bang Rachan in the Khek River, Nong Mae Na Subdistrict, Khao Kho District, Phetchabun Province, in addition to being an important watershed of the Wang Thong Basin. It is also an important ecotourism destination. Organized by the local community Open for boat trips to see freshwater jellyfish of the flowing water species. The first of Thailand and found only in a few places on earth in flowing water sources on high mountains. They appear for viewing during March - May every year. freshwater jellyfish Or a spider? According to the local language of the villagers in Nong Mae Na Subdistrict Khao Kho District is called It is a rare freshwater animal. First discovered in April 2002 for the first time in Thailand. It is the 5th country in the world to be discovered. And is ranked 6th in the world. It looks similar to a saltwater jellyfish. bu t smaller The body is white, clear and cloudy. The body is similar to an umbrella or bell, with tentacles and a thin membrane. The largest one is only about the size of a 5 baht coin. It is assumed that it was millions of years ago. Such area It's probably the sea. and from the deflection of the earth's crust turn the sea into mountains Jellyfish, which are small living things Therefore has adapted to be able to live in fresh water. Boat trip to see freshwater jellyfish You have to row a boat into the river about 2 kilometers to experience nature on both sides of the river. In addition to taking a boat trip to see freshwater jellyfish, You can still see butterflies of at least 300 different species, and at least 9 rare species of butterflies were also discovered, namely the Shan yellow-thorn butterfly. moon butterfly Sulfur yellow butterfly black geyser butterfly Funny striped butterfly, messy lines Indian red butterfly Lena yellow butterfly blue sparkling butterfly and broken wood butterflies For tourists interested in taking a boat trip through the forest in search of freshwater jellyfish. And you can watch butterflies every day. There is a boat service for tourists from the Ban Nong Mae Na Forest Lovers Club. The service fee is 200 baht per person. Contact for more details at 082-8795079. Source: Thai News Agency