INFORMATION TO KNOW
Namibia boasts a diverse array of bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike. The country's varied landscapes, ranging from deserts to wetlands, provide habitats for a wide range of avian life. Here are some of the notable bird species found in Namibia:
1. Raptors: Namibia is home to numerous birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, falcons, and vultures. Species such as the African Fish Eagle, Martial Eagle, and Secretarybird are commonly spotted in the country's skies.
2. Waterbirds: Namibia's coastal areas and inland wetlands attract a variety of waterbirds, including flamingos, pelicans, herons, and ibises. The Walvis Bay Lagoon is particularly famous for its large flocks of flamingos.
3. Desert-adapted birds: Despite its arid climate, Namibia's deserts are home to several bird species specially adapted to desert conditions. These include the iconic sociable weaver, the pygmy falcon, and the ostrich, the world's largest bird.
4. Endemic species: Namibia is home to several bird species found nowhere else in the world, known as endemics. Examples include the Damara Tern, Hartlaub's Spurfowl, and the Herero Chat.
5. Migrants: Namibia serves as an important stopover for migratory birds traveling between breeding and wintering grounds. During the southern hemisphere summer, numerous species from Europe and northern Africa can be spotted in Namibia's wetlands and coastal areas.
Overall, Namibia's rich avifauna offers endless opportunities for birdwatching enthusiasts to observe and appreciate the country's natural beauty and biodiversity.
WHAT YOU WILL SEE
These are my favorite photos of birds taken in Namibia. One thing that fascinates me is finding the same species here as near my home in northeastern Italy.
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<<<All the images in this gallery were captured in a truly wild environment, without the use of attractants, perches, or bait>>>
raptor
big birds
small birds
These images were taken with the following FF (full frame) DSLR camera:
Canon EOS 6D
Canon EOS 5D MK III
Canon EOS 1Ds MK III
Canon EOS 1DX
These images were taken with the following APS-C DSLR camera:
Canon EOS 40D
Canon EOS 7D MK II
These images were taken with the following LENS:
Canon EF 35-350 f/3.5-5.6 L USM
Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 L USM IS II
Canon EF 300 f/2,8 L IS USM
Canon EF 500 f/4 L IS USM
Tamron SP 150-600 F/5-6,3 Di VC USD A011