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For birdwatchers, the Mapungubwe Birding Weekend 2020 promises more of what they love. Time spent birding in the company of experts plus the most gorgeous scenery, fascinating history and great game viewing.
Continue readingSparrows are probably the most common birds in the world, yet they’re often overlooked. World Sparrow Day, celebrated on 20 March, reminds us to notice these wild visitors to our urban worlds.
Continue readingIf you’re looking to tick some special sightings off your birding roster and deepen your twitching knowledge, don’t miss the annual Kruger birding weekends in 2019.
Continue readingKgalagadi’s magnificent birds of prey never disappoint and, even on days when the big cats are shy, there’s plenty of action.
Continue readingBirders and photographers love bird hides for the chance to quietly spy on their subjects. These three hides take it even further with specialist structures and a unique take on birding.
Continue readingBirding is not just about the thrill of the numbers. It’s about spending time in nature, setting ourselves challenges, observing beauty and hanging out with other twitchers. The irresistible allure of birding is captured in the new book, Featherings.
Continue readingWhen it comes to appearance, the African green pigeon is the undisputed star among pigeon species. But this colourful bird isn’t just a looker – there’s more to this acrobatic fruit eater than meets the eye.
Continue readingThrough the lens of birding, and a pair of binoculars, there’s plenty to discover in South Africa’s smallest national park. On a weekend visit to Bontebok National Park I spotted 56 species. Here’s my checklist.
Continue readingThe pennant-winged nightjar is on most birders’ bucket list. Although more common in Zambia and Zimbabwe, it is at the very edge of its southernmost range in South Africa. There is, however, one place where you stand a good chance of spotting it.
Continue readingGrab your camera and head to our pick of Wild parks to capture birds of prey that are impressive, deadly and even cute.
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