Kasanka National Park is a great birding destination, with over 470 species recorded in a small area. The park lies at the edge of the range of several alluring species more commonly associated with Central Africa. Anchieta’s tchagra and the beautiful Ross’s turaco are two of the more conspicuous birds in that category. The large variety of habitats, including papyrus swamp, rivers and lakes, contributes to a great birding environment. The park can be explored by vehicle, on foot or by boat.
Birding Specials Treats for Avid Birders
- African barred owlet
- African finfoot
- African marsh harrier
- Anchieta’s barbet
- Anchieta’s sunbird
- Anchieta’s tchagra
- Black-backed barbet
- Böhm’s bee-eater
- Böhm’s flycatcher
- Crowned eagle
- Eastern olive sunbird
- Grey apalis
- Half-collared kingfisher
- Narina trogon
- Pel’s fishing-owl
- Ross’s turaco
- Schalow’s turaco
- Souza’s shrike
- Wattled crane
- Yellow-throated leaf-love
Best Time for Bird Watching
Kasanka offers excellent bird watching throughout the year. However, the best time is in the wet summer months, from November to April, when migrant birds arrive from the north with many species in breeding plumage. Note though that some roads in the park will become inaccessible in the Wet season.