Crowned Lapwing (Vanellus coronatus)
It is a huge, vigilant-looking, brownish lapwing, with a conspicuous annular white halo, circled by a black crown. Small groups occur in open dry habitats, … Read more
Namibian Birds
Caspian Plover (Charadrius asiaticus)
It is a regal plover, with a gentle, dovelike demeanor. Non-breeding adults and immatures birds appear to be greyish-brown with dull edgings on the upperpart … Read more
Rock Pigeon (Columba livia)
It is a large dove common in farmland and cities around the world. Wild counterparts often thrive on cliffs, while the feral groups have quickly … Read more
Pink-backed Pelican (Pelecanus rufescens)
It is small compared to its pelican cousins, yet it is still a large bird. This species occurs in open water wetlands habitats with slow-moving … Read more
Spotted Eagle-Owl (Bubo africanus)
It is a large-grayish brown owl, with erect ear-tufts, and striking yellow eyes, and is the commonest large-owl in its range, thriving in thinly-wooded habitats. … Read more
Pel’s Fishing Owl (Scotopelia peli)
It is a large, round-headed, rufous-brown owl, with a murky, spots, bars, spots, covering its plumage. Quite timid, this nocturnal bird forages at night, while … Read more
Swamp Nightjar (Caprimulgus natalensis)
It is a fairish-sized, common nightjar characterized by bold scaly markings on its backs. A wide, dull patch occurs on the outer tail, buff in … Read more
Rosy-throated Longclaw (Macronyx ameliae)
It is a beautiful pipit-like bird barred brown above and pink below, which separates it from other longclaws. Often retiring and inconspicuous, it prefers tropical … Read more
Rufous-naped Lark (Mirafra africana)
It is a large, brawny lark boasting a hefty bill, short crest, and a notable rufous wing panel conspicuous during flight. This bird is geographically-variable … Read more
Flappet Lark (Mirafra rufocinnamomea)
It is a small, stubby lark, with a barred head, short bill, and scalloped tips on its wing feathers, producing a scaly appearance on its … Read more
Ringed Plover (Charadrius hiaticula)
It is a plump-sized shorebird with a stout bill. Its orange-yellow legs are conspicuous, more vivid on adults. It thrives in stony and sandy substrates … Read more