Uganda Birding Hotspots – Mabamba Wetland
The extensive Mabamba wetlands are a popular birding hotspot noted for reliable chances to encounter the pre-historic and rare Shoebill along other papyrus restricted bird species.
The prehistoric Shoebill is much-sought-after highlights on any Uganda birding safari. In Uganda, it occurs in secruded wetlands and marshes along the northern shores of Lake Victoria and along the Nile river.
The extensive Mabamba wetlands are a popular birding hotspot noted for reliable chances to encounter the pre-historic and rare Shoebill along other papyrus restricted bird species.
With a checklist of over 1080 species Uganda is a top birding destination. This diversity of birds include the rare Shoebill, regional endemics and habitat specialists.
With 1080 species Uganda is a top Birding Destination
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