​Birds – Kirindy Forest

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.

Kirindy Forest is a good place to see some of Madagascar’s dry forest birds, which can be difficult to see elsewhere. Giant and Coquerel’s coua, greater and lesser vasa parrot, and flocks of grey-headed lovebird are just some of the interesting birds to look for. Other highlights include the Madagascar crested ibis and Madagascar pygmy kingfisher. When on a night walk looking for nocturnal lemurs and reptiles, keep an eye out for owls such as the white-browed owl and Madagascar scops owl, as well as the white-breasted mesite.

Notable Birds in Kirindy Forest
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Crested coua
Occasional
Giant coua
Occasional
Grey-headed lovebird
Common
Madagascar buzzard
Occasional
Madagascar pygmy kingfisher
Common

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Birds in Kirindy Forest
Bird Species
60+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Bird watching in Kirindy is good throughout the year and many species can be seen at any time. However, October to April are the most productive bird-watching months as this is when birds are most vocal and active. To avoid the worst of the rains (December to March), the best months for birding would be October, November and April.

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Birds in Kirindy Forest
Bird Species
60+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr