BIRDING IN UGANDA
Uganda is a birdwatcher’s dream — a lush haven where East and Central Africa’s diverse ecosystems converge, creating one of the richest birding destinations on the continent. With over 1,000 recorded bird species, including the elusive shoebill, vibrant turacos, and countless migratory visitors, Uganda offers unforgettable birding experiences in forests, wetlands, savannahs, and lake shores.
THE ENTEBBE BOTANICA
The Entebbe Botanical Gardens established in 1898 are situated on the northern shores of Lake Victoria virtually on the equator. Experiencing an annual rainfall of 1623 mm and at an altitude of 1134 metres the gardens are set in 40.7 hectres
BUDONGO FOREST RESERVE
There are over 360 bird species, 290 species of butterflies, 130 species of h· loths, 465 species of trees, 24 species of mammals-9 of which are primates. Budongo Forest Reserve, one of the most important birdirlg areas in Uganda, lies on then escarpment North-East of Lake Al bert. It consists of a medium-altitude moist semi-deciduous forest (covering 42,800ha)
KIBALE NATIONAL PARK
Kibale’s varied altitude holds up different varieties of habitat, ranging from moist evergreen forest (wet tropical forest) along the Fort Portal plateau,then through the dry tropical forest (moist semi deciduous), and then to the woodland & savanna along the rift valley floor.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Though Bwindi forest is famously known for harboring half of the remaining mountain gorillas, this park is also an excellent destination for birding. The park covers an area of 321km2 and is located in south west of Uganda along the border with the Democratic republic of Congo.
Whether you're quietly trekking through Mabamba Swamp, exploring the misty Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, or birding by boat on the Kazinga Channel, Uganda promises sightings that will thrill beginners and seasoned ornithologists alike.
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