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The Lilac Breasted Roller bird goes by several names such as the Fork-Tailed roller, the Mosilkatze’s roller, and the Mzilikiazi’s roller in Zimbabwe. Its name in Zimbabwe comes from a Matabele king’s name, who lived in the 19th century and loved using the bird’s feathers for his headdresses. The Lilac …
Emerging from the lush landscapes and vibrant ecosystems of the African continent, African lovebirds have become cherished members of households worldwide. These delightful creatures range from the playful Fischer’s lovebird, adorned in hues of emerald green, to the charming peach-faced lovebird, whose cheerful disposition and striking yellow and gray plumage …
Welcome to the vibrant world of South Africa’s sunbird species, where feathered jewels flit through the air, painting the landscape with bursts of color and song. These diminutive wonders, belonging to the Nectariniidae family, are more than just dazzling spectacles; they play a crucial role in pollination and bring a …
The African Grey Crowned Crane is a strikingly beautiful bird that stands out in the wild. It goes by other names such as the Crested Crane, South African Crane, Kavirondo Crane, Eastern Crowned Crane, East African Crane and the Golden Crowned Crane. Together with the Black Crowned Crane, the African …
Hornbills of South Africa are a rather unique and exotic group of birds. Their main defining characteristic is a large bill that may be considered too big in relation to their body size and a casque ( a French word meaning helmet) on top of the beak. Their scientific name, …
The Southern Bald Ibis is closely related to the aptly named Northern Bald Ibis, and both belong to the Genus Geronticus, though the Northern Bald Ibis can be found as far North as the German Alps. This species also has another name that stems more from its looks, ‘the bald …
The Knysna Turaco is a long-tailed bulky bird that is considered one of South Africa’s prettiest birds due to its true green and red feathers. These striking birds can only be found in a select few places in South Western South Africa, and owing to their green plumage can be …
The Cape Gannet bird is a beautiful bird, to say the least. Its feathers are a glossy white that deserves admiration, but these sea birds are not known for their beautiful plumage, rather it is for how fast they can dive into the water for a tasty bite or two. …
The African Fish eagle, just like the American bald eagle, is a bird synonymous with the African continent. The sound of its cry conjures images of rolling savannah plains full of great herds of zebras, antelopes, gazelles, and lions or cheetahs chasing after them, great rivers meandering slowly through the …
“Roberts Birds of Southern Africa” is a well-known and comprehensive field guide for birdwatching in the southern African region. It’s considered one of the most authoritative references for bird identification in this area. The book is authored by Hugh Chittenden, Greg Davies, and Ingrid Weiersbye, and it’s named after Austin …