Bird watching in Amboseli National Park
Bird watching in Amboseli: The Amboseli National park is a birders haven. The national park should not only be known for the large herds of Elephants. Being in the background of the Kilimanjaro mountain which is the tallest mountain in Africa and the tallest free standing mountain in the world. The Amboseli National park has a bird count of over 400 species. They have been recorded here.
There are very few birds in the arid areas of this national park. Some of the birds recorded here are: flamingoes, pelicans, Yellow-necked spur fowl, Lesser flamingo common redshank, Von der Dicken’s hornbill, Rufous chatterer, Long-toed lapwing, Rufous-bellied heron, Spike-heeled lark, Taveta golden weaver, crowned cranes, egrets and herons. Birding here can be done throughout the year. The best times to bird here is however during the season when the fruits are ripe here. This is during the months of March to May and October to December.
Best time for Birding
While migratory bird species occupy the area from November to April. Resident species can be found at any time of year at Amboseli National area. Making it a year-round destination for bird watching. Even though it may be rainy season, now is the perfect time to go bird watching because there is enough of food available.
What to carry on your birding safari?
The list of items you should bring on your birdwatching safari to Amboseli National Park is as follows. Among the items you can pack are a pair of binoculars, a camera, hiking shoes, a first aid kit, bug repellant, sunglasses, and mineral water bottles.
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