​Birds – Lewa Conservancy

Anthony Ham
Expert
By Anthony Ham

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

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

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

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a special birding destination. This is partly because there are many north Kenya specials here, including the Somali ostrich, vulturine guineafowl and beautiful golden-breasted starling. In all, more than 350 bird species have been recorded in Lewa, making it a great place to go birding. If you’re here mainly for bird watching, consider booking a private vehicle and letting your operator or accommodation know that birding is the reason for your visit. Otherwise, most of the game drives in Lewa focus on spotting large animals.

Notable Birds in Lewa Conservancy
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Eastern chanting goshawk
Common
Grey crowned crane
Common
Northern anteater chat
Common
Secretary bird
Common
Somali ostrich
Common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

Facts & Figures

Birds in Lewa Conservancy
Bird Species
350+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Lewa offers good bird watching year-round, but most lodges close in April and November due to heavy rain. The best time is from December to March when migrants are present (they arrive in November and leave around April). This partly coincides with the Wet season (October to May) when many species are in breeding plumage. The best time for general wildlife viewing is July to September, and December to February is also very good.

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Lewa Conservancy
Bird Species
350+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr