Archive for the ‘Birds’ Category
South African Birdlife | The Pied Kingfisher
Pied kingfishers (Ceryle rudis) are one of two species which occur in South Africa belonging to the family of Cerylid kingfishers and is reputed to be the world’s longest bird (bill to tail) that is capable of sustained hovering in still air!
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Daily Photo: White Crowned Shrike
White Crowned Shrike Madikwe Game Reserve, 10 May 2010, 16h46 Nikon D300, Nikon 80-200 @125mm, 1/4000, f/3.5, ISO 200 ___________________________ Bird photography is about patience and luck. You need to be willing to sit, watch and wait. A few weeks ago we sat watching this White Crowned Shrike, willing him to move. As luck would have it we did [...]
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The African Fish Eagle: Sights, Sounds, And Facts
Post by Mark Homann, Professional Guide The African Fish Eagle is an eagle that is unique to Africa and its striking beauty and haunting cry are symbolic of the many waterways and wild wetlands found south of the Sahara Desert. With a mostly brown body, and a pure white head, breast, and tail, and large, powerful [...]
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The Most Majestic African Eagles!
Eagles are differentiated from many other birds of prey mainly by their larger size, more powerful build, and heavier head and beak. Even the smallest eagles, like the Booted Eagle (which is comparable in size to a Common Buzzard or Red-tailed Hawk), have relatively longer and more evenly broad wings, and more direct, faster flight.
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Typical Bird Species on your African Safari!
African Fish-Eagle Undoubtedly Africa’s most striking symbol, and Zambia’s national emblem. The fish-eagle is unmistakable with its white head and breast, chestnut belly and forewings, black under-wings and white tail. Sex alike but female is generally larger. Voice: Loud, piercing, cheerful yelp. ‘Kyow-kow-kow’ type. Habitat: Aquatic: rivers, lakes and dams. Feeds ...
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Top 25 Most Spectacular Pelican Pictures!
Pelican Overview Species: Great White Pelican; Pelecanus onocrotalus. Particularities: Very large white bird with pinkish flush in the breeding season. Pink orbital skin, pink and yellow bill, and yellow pouch. Larger than Pink-backed Pelican. Juvenile: Dark brown, whitens over time (with age). Habitat: Usually fishes in groups on open, freshwater ...
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Zambia Bird Watching & Game Viewing Treat: Part 2
Travel Suggestions for Bird Enthusiasts & Safari Seekers! Read part 1 first if you haven’t already! Day 6: Full day inside Kafue National Park. Birding safari and river cruise included in the program. Game drives and walking safaris are also a possibility. Fancy a rejuvenating hot spring dip in a ...
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Zambia Bird Watching & Game Viewing Treat: Part 1
Travel Suggestions for Bird Enthusiasts & Safari Seekers! Part 2 here! Zambia has it all: incredible wildlife, dazzling scenery, and is home to some of the most notorious holiday destinations in the entire world! From the unique and splendid Victoria Falls, to a few of the finest safari holidays such ...
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Swimming with the African Penguin at Boulders Beach!
Remember my previous post: Swimming with dolphins at Kizimkazi? Well this time, I’ve decided to let you discover another great African destination: Boulders Beach, near Cape Town. The protagonists of today’s story are not dolphins nevertheless. Rather, they are very pretty little creatures: African Penguins! Location Boulders beach is situated ...
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