​Birds – Kasanka NP

Philip Briggs
Expert
By Philip Briggs

Philip has traveled through Zambia several times and is the author of more than 20 guidebooks to various African destinations.

Philip is the Zambia expert for SafariBookings and author of more than 20 guidebooks to Africa.

Philip is our Zambia expert and author of more than 20 guidebooks to Africa.

Kasanka National Park is a great birding destination, with over 470 species recorded in a small area. The park lies at the edge of the range of several alluring species more commonly associated with Central Africa. Anchieta’s tchagra and the beautiful Ross’s turaco are two of the more conspicuous birds in that category. The large variety of habitats, including papyrus swamp, rivers and lakes, contributes to a great birding environment. The park can be explored by vehicle, on foot or by boat.

Notable Birds in Kasanka NP
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Böhm’s bee-eater
Common
Crowned eagle
Occasional
Pel’s fishing-owl
Rare
Ross’s turaco
Occasional
Spur-winged goose
Common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

Facts & Figures

Birds in Kasanka NP
Bird Species
470+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Kasanka offers excellent bird watching throughout the year. However, the best time is in the wet summer months, from November to April, when migrant birds arrive from the north with many species in breeding plumage. Note though that some roads in the park will become inaccessible in the Wet season.

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Kasanka NP
Bird Species
470+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr