Information and stories about birding, birdlife and everything connected to birds in Africa
Wash your hands before you grab the gear! On every safari, there’s a lot of spraying, rubbing, and slathering – but far too little soap and water involved. Insect repellents and sunscreen may protect your skin, but they’re absolutely brutal on camera bodies and binoculars. I’ve felt genuine heartbreak seeing rubber grips peel off or…
At the last travel fair, I was frequently asked: “Is it safe to travel to Namibia?” My answer was always the same: yes—provided you drive carefully and use a reliable vehicle. But that wasn’t their real concern. They were referring to crime. And yet, something crucial is often overlooked. Not only are the people of…
“They say an elephant never forgets. What they don’t tell you is that you never forget an elephant.” * Bill Murray Pristine Wilderness: Botswana has successfully mastered the “hands-off policy” in conservation. Botswana’s wilderness is incomparable and unique in Africa! This is largely due to the “high cost – low impact” tourism that minimizes or…
A brief explanation about the migratory restlessness of the fantastic bird world in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the lagoon at Walvis Bay. The wonderful splendid attire of the migratory birds, rare discoveries, and serious thoughts about the state of the world.