29 Oct 2019
Lilac-breasted Roller (Coracias caudatus)
Rollers are found in Europe, Asia as well as in Africa and Australia, but not in the New World. It's commonly seen throughout its range, often perched on its…
29 Oct 2019
Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus)
A critically endangered species, and unsurprisingly the only one of the species I encountered during my time in Botswana. Last night's kill by wild dogs has…
29 Oct 2019
Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax)
Last night a group of wild dogs made a kill, and at dawn furry and feathered scavengers honed in on the leftovers. This eagle was waiting for the large…
29 Oct 2019
Black Kite (Milvus migrans)
Last night a group of wild dogs made a kill, and at dawn furry and feathered scavengers honed in on the leftovers. This kite was waiting for the large vultures…
29 Oct 2019
White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus)
A critically endangered species, but surprisingly 5 of them gathered here. Lot less than in a healthy population, but it could have been just a single…
