​Birds – Solio Ranch

Anthony Ham
Expert
By Anthony Ham

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the guide to Kenya.

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.

Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.

More than 350 species have been recorded across the wider Laikipia Plateau, and many of these are found on Solio Ranch. It’s a great birding destination with many north Kenya specials and a mix of habitats. Solio’s proximity to the Aberdares also adds further possibilities in the ranch’s woodland areas. Private game drives and guided walks can be arranged. Let the guide know if birding is your primary interest.

Notable Birds in Solio Ranch
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Black-winged lapwing
Locally common
Buff-crested bustard
Locally common
Crowned hornbill
Common
Grey crowned crane
Common
Hildebrandt’s starling
Locally common

Birding Rating

Birding Specials –Treats for Avid Birders

Facts & Figures

Birds in Solio Ranch
Bird Species
350+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr

Best Time for Bird Watching

Solio Ranch offers good bird watching throughout the year. The best time for birders is from December to February when the migrants from Europe and North Africa can be seen. The migratory species are present from November to April, but it’s best to avoid periods of peak rainfall. This partly coincides with the Wet season (October to May) when many species in breeding plumage are nesting.

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Birding Rating

Facts & Figures

Birds in Solio Ranch
Bird Species
350+
Migratory Birds
Nov to Apr