Top 10 birds you can watch on a Safari

Bird Watching in Uganda with Monumental Expeditions and Safaris

Uganda is home to an incredibly diverse bird population, with over 1,090 recorded species. Among them are rare and endangered birds such as the Shoebill Stork. On a birding safari in Uganda, visitors can encounter species like the Orange-breasted Waxbill, Shelley’s Crimsonwing, Chapin’s Flycatcher, Grant’s Bluebill, Grey-winged Robin-Chat, and Papyrus Yellow Warbler.

Other commonly sighted birds include Egyptian Geese, Hadada Ibis, Black Kites, African Harrier-Hawk, Eurasian Hobby, Red-throated Flycatcher, White-tailed Lark, Cinnamon-breasted Rock Warbler, and Papyrus Yellow Warbler.

Bird enthusiasts can also observe Palearctic migrant species such as White Storks, Spotted Flycatchers, and Black Kites. Resident species include the Ground Hornbill, Great White Pelican, Martial Eagle, Crowned Hornbill, Palm-nut Vulture, and Black-headed Gonolek.

Notable Bird Species in Uganda

Green-breasted Pitta
This rare and colorful bird is mainly found in Central and East Africa. Its striking plumage makes it a unique sighting for bird watchers.

Shoebill Stork (Balaeniceps rex)
An endangered species, the Shoebill is mostly found in Uganda’s swamps and wetlands, particularly near Lake Victoria. The Mabamba Swamp is a popular location for spotting this remarkable bird.

Great Blue Turaco and White-crested Turaco
These birds are found in large numbers near water bodies throughout Uganda. The Great Blue Turaco is one of the country’s most beautiful and largest bird species.

African Green Broadbill
This vibrant bird is found only in two places globally—Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In East Africa, it is exclusively seen in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Standard-winged Nightjar
Known for its unique central flight feathers visible during breeding season, this bird is fascinating to watch as it glides through the air.

Shelley’s Crimsonwing
A very rare bird species, Shelley’s Crimsonwing inhabits a narrow mountain range along the Albertine Rift, shared by Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Doherty’s Bushshrike
Easily recognizable due to its bright colors, this species thrives in subtropical montane forests and is often seen in groups.

Short-tailed Warbler
This bird is found in rainforests across Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. For the best sightings, Uganda is the ideal destination.

Black-breasted Barbet
Known for its graceful flight patterns, the Black-breasted Barbet is a rare bird that can be spotted in Uganda’s forests.

Bar-tailed Trogon
This magnificent bird is found mainly in East and Central Africa and is a highlight for many bird watchers visiting Uganda.

Uganda offers a wide range of bird species and beautiful landscapes that make it an exceptional destination for birding. Monumental Expeditions and Safaris can organize an exciting and affordable bird watching safari tailored to your interests. Simply contact us through this website, and we will respond promptly to help you plan your adventure.