Rubondo Island National Park
Birds
Tanzania Parks
Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of many guidebooks to African destinations, including the Bradt guide to Tanzania.
With almost 300 species listed, Rubondo Island National Park is a promising birding destination. For many, the abundance of waterbirds is most alluring. Several bird islands host huge colonies of egrets, ibises and cormorants and you’ll hear the distinctive calls of the African fish eagle throughout the day. Also listen out for screeching grey parrots. In 2000, about 40 of these iconic birds were confiscated from the illegal pet trade and released on Rubondo Island. Seeing flocks of these highly sociable creatures flying freely is one of the many highlights Rubondo has to offer.
Notable Birds in Rubondo Island NP
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Best Time for Bird Watching
The birdlife on Rubondo Island is good year-round, but is at its best from November to April when the Palearctic and intra-African migrants are present. At this time, many resident birds are nesting and are in breeding plumage. However, the conditions for birding can be less favorable in April, the peak of the Wet season, as rainfall might interfere with activities. Chimp trekking is better from June to September (the Dry season runs from June to October). Note that the only private lodge in the park is closed from April to May (National Park accommodation remains open).
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