​Birds – Kaokoland

Anthony Ham
Expert
By Anthony Ham

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the 'Botswana & Namibia' guide.

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of the 'Botswana & Namibia' Lonely Planet guide.

Anthony is the author of the 'Botswana & Namibia' Lonely Planet guide.

Kaokoland doesn’t have a lot of bird activity due to its dry desert environment. However, there are many interesting species present, including the rare rufous-tailed palm-thrush and Cinderella waxbill. One of the best birding spots is in the palm forest along the Kunene River. Boat trips on the Kunene are a great way to see some of the waterbirds, such as giant and malachite kingfisher, fish eagle and goliath heron. Migratory birds are present from November to April.

Notable Birds in Kaokoland
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African harrier hawk
Common
Bateleur
Common
Giant kingfisher
Common
Rufous-crowned roller
Common
Scarlet-chested sunbird
Common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

(NE) near-endemic = also lives in neighboring countries

Facts & Figures

Birds in Kaokoland
Bird Species
150+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Birding is good throughout the year in Kaokoland as there are many resident specials that are here year-round. However, the best birding takes place during the Wet season (November to April), when migrants from Eurasia arrive.

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Kaokoland
Bird Species
150+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr