Bird Watching in Kibale National Park.

Bird Watching in Kibale National Park-Kibale Forest National Park is one of Uganda’s most visited rainforests. It is known for its rich biodiversity, forest birds, and primates. The park is home to over 340 bird species, including the rare Green-breasted Pitta. It also offers exciting chimpanzee tracking experiences, making it a top destination for nature lovers.

Four bird species have not been recorded in any other national parks of Uganda: Cassin’s spinetail, blue-headed bee-eater, Nahan’s francolin, and masked apalis.

Key bird species.

Green-breasted pitta which is the most sought after, African Pitta, , Crowned eagle, Dusky crimsoning, Black bee-eater, Yellow spotted nicator, Little greenbul, Black-eared ground thrush, Brown-chested, Blue-breasted kingfisher., Black-capped waxbill, Africa Shrike-flycatcher, African Black-headed Oriole, African Emerald Cuckoo, alpine swift, Ash flycatcher, Barn swallow, Black-and-white shrike-flycatcher, Black-billed Turaco, Black-billed weaver, Blue-shouldered Robin-chat, Blue-throated Roller, Zebra Waxbill, Brown-eared woodpecker, Cameroon Sombre greenbul, papyrus Gonolek, and white collared olive.

Best time for Bird watching in Kibale National park.

Birding watching in Kibale is done all year round but the best time is usually during the rainy seasons from March-May and from September-November because of:

Abundant Food: The rainy season leads to an abundance of fruits and other food sources, attracting a wide variety of birds.

Migratory Birds: Many migratory birds are present during these months.

Breeding Plumage: Many birds are in their breeding plumage during the rainy season.

Bird Guides.

We strongly recommend hiring a local site bird guide who regularly go in the forest and have an excellent idea of where the nest are and when the Blue breasted pitta was last sighted.