​Birds – Isalo NP

Anthony Ham
Expert
By Anthony Ham

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the guide to Madagascar.

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of the Lonely Planet guide to Madagascar.

Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Madagascar.

Isalo National Park has 82 recorded bird species. The most sought-after bird here is the localized Benson’s rock thrush, which is remarkably easy to see. Sightings are almost guaranteed at the Piscine Naturelle, the natural pools that are the focus of the most popular short hike in the park. Other species that birders get excited about include the Madagascar sandgrouse, Madagascar partridge and Pollen’s vanga. The delightful Madagascar hoopoe, one of many endemics unique to Madagascar, is just one of the more common birds to look out for.

Notable Birds in Isalo NP
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Benson’s rock thrush
Common
Crested drongo
Common
Madagascar bee-eater
Common
Madagascar magpie-robin
Common
Red-billed duck
Common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

Facts & Figures

Birds in Isalo NP
Bird Species
80+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Bird watching in Isalo is good throughout the year, but the best time is from September to November. Many birds tend to be inactive from May to August, in the middle of the Dry season, and the wettest months from December to March don’t offer ideal hiking conditions for reaching the best areas. Migratory birds are present in the wet summer months from November to April.

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Isalo NP
Bird Species
80+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr