Sehlabathebe National Park
Birds
Lesotho Parks
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Sehlabathebe National Park has more than 110 bird species recorded, many of which are Afromontane specials, such as the Drakensberg rockjumper and yellow-breasted pipit. Cliff-nesting species include the Cape vulture and lanner falcon. The high-altitude tarns (mountain lakes) support some interesting species, such as the great crested grebe. The handsome bearded vulture can sometimes be seen soaring over the dramatic rocky landscape.
Notable Birds in Sehlabathebe NP
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Best Time for Bird Watching
The best time for bird watching in Sehlabathebe National Park is in the southern hemisphere’s summer, from October to March. This corresponds with the Wet season. At this time birds are most vocal and in breeding plumage. Migrant birds from the northern hemisphere can also be seen in the Wet season.
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