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Bird's nest is the nest of swiftlets, mainly from the species Aerodramus fuciphagus (white-nest swiftlet) and Aerodramus maximus (black-nest swiftlet), made from the bird's saliva. Nests are typically found on cliffs, in caves, or in swiftlet houses. In Vietnam, natural bird's nests are abundant in the South Central provinces such as Khanh Hoa and Phu Yen. Nests are harvested at different times: when the nest is just completed, after eggs are laid, or after the chicks have left the nest. Bird's nests are often prepared as soup, stewed with rock sugar, or used in nutritious dishes. There are many types of bird's nests classified by color: White nest (ivory white), Red nest (orange), Blood nest (red), among which Blood nest is considered the most precious.
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of bird's nest?
Bird's nest is believed to nourish the lungs, strengthen the body, boost the immune system, accelerate cell regeneration, and help patients recover quickly. However, there is still much debate about its actual effects.
How to distinguish different types of bird's nest?
Bird's nest is classified by color: White nest (ivory white, most common), Red nest (orange), and Blood nest (red, rarest). It is also classified by origin: wild nest (in caves) and house nest (farmed in houses).
How is bird's nest typically used?
Bird's nest is often prepared as bird's nest soup, steamed with rock sugar, or combined with other nutritious ingredients. It is a premium dish, commonly used during festivals, Tet, or for health nourishment.