Located in a transition zone, the park hosts an interesting mix of Kalahari and Karoo species. Some of the arid savannah specials to look out for include the desert cisticola, Kalahari scrub-robin and pied barbet. The distinctive, repetitive call of the freckled nightjar can be heard at night. Migratory birds are present from November to April.
Birding Specials Treats for Avid Birders
(NE) near-endemic = lives in South Africa and neighboring countries- Acacia pied barbet
- Ashy tit
- Black-chested prinia
- Brubru
- Chat flycatcher
- Chestnut-vented warbler
- Common scimitarbill
- Desert cisticola
- Eastern clapper lark
- Fairy flycatcher (NE)
- Fawn-coloured lark
- Freckled nightjar
- Kalahari scrub robin
- Marico flycatcher
- Pygmy falcon
- Red-crested bustard
- Sabota lark
- Scaly-fronted weaver
- Sociable weaver
- Southern black korhaan (NE)
Best Time for Bird Watching
The best time for birding is from November to April since this is when the migrant species are present. This time of year is characterized by intense heat, so it is best to plan most activities for the mornings. Wildlife viewing is best from May to September.