​Birds – Balule NR

Philip Briggs
Expert
By Philip Briggs

Philip lives in South Africa and has authored many guidebooks to African destinations, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip lives in South Africa and has authored many Africa guidebooks, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip is the author of many Africa guidebooks, including ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Philip is author of ‘The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa’.

Balule offers great overall birding with more than 250 species recorded. The perennial Olifants River, which runs through the center of the park, attracts many waders and other water-associated birds. The magnificent fig trees along the riverbank attract fruit-eating species such as trumpeter hornbill, purple-crested turaco, black-collared barbet, African green pigeon and plum-colored starling. The area is also excellent for raptors (eagles, in particular) and owls might be seen on night drives. Migratory birds are present from November to April.

Notable Birds in Balule NR
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African fish eagle
Common
African pied wagtail
Common
Chinspot batis
Common
European roller
Common migrant
Hamerkop
Common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

Facts & Figures

Birds in Balule NR
Bird Species
250+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

November to April is prime bird watching time in Balule. This is when Eurasian and intra-African migrants are present. Generally, bird watching is good year-round, and wildlife viewing is best during the Dry season (June to September).

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Balule NR
Bird Species
250+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr