Bird
Chicken
The world's most common bird
Animals in Thailand
Thailand's forests and reefs shelter Asian elephants, king cobras, hornbills, and whale sharks.
21 species in our guide are native to Thailand.
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Mammal
Pangolin
The world's only scaly mammal
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Mammal
Asian Elephant
The smaller cousin of Africa's giant
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Mammal
Rhinoceros
The armored giant with a horn of keratin
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Mammal
White-handed Gibbon
The singing ape of the canopy
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Mammal
Javan Rhino
The rarest rhino on Earth
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Mammal
Malayan Tapir
The black-and-white forest gardener
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Mammal
Sun Bear
The smallest bear of Southeast Asia's rainforests
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Bird
Rooster
The crowing guardian of the barnyard flock
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Bird
Rhinoceros Hornbill
The thunderbird of Borneo's rainforest
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Mammal
Water Buffalo
The wallowing bovine of Asia
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Bird
Peacock
The dazzling showman of the bird world
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Mammal
Dugong
The gentle sea cow of the Indo-Pacific
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Reptile
Saltwater Crocodile
The largest living reptile and most powerful bite on Earth
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Reptile
King Cobra
The world's longest venomous snake
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Fish
Betta Fish
The colorful fighter of Southeast Asian waters
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Insect
Orchid Mantis
The Southeast Asian insect that mimics a flower to lure and ambush prey
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Mammal
Orangutan
The great ape of the Southeast Asian rainforest
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Insect
Asian Giant Hornet
The world's largest hornet
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Reptile
Asian Water Monitor
One of the largest lizards in the world
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Insect
Rhinoceros Beetle
One of the strongest animals for its size
FAQs about animals in Thailand
What animals are native to Thailand?
Thailand is home to 21 species in our guide, including Chicken, Pangolin, Asian Elephant, Rhinoceros, White-handed Gibbon, and more. Each profile covers habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where can I learn about wildlife in Thailand?
Browse the species below for answer-first guides with range maps, FAQs, and comparison pages. For broader context, see our Animals of Asia region page.
Are any animals in Thailand endangered?
Several species native to Thailand are listed as Vulnerable, Endangered, or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Check individual profiles for current status and how to help.