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On the Sunshine Coast Eastern Cape Birding On the Sunshine Coast Eastern Cape Visit: Alexandria Boknes Cannon Rocks Boesmansriviermond Kenton-on-Sea Port Alfred Bathurst Salem Riet River Kleinemonde Fish River The Indigenous forests of Alexandria through to the Great Fish River, and inland to Bathurst are biodiversity rich, with 5 of the 7 biomes found here. Coastal areas, estuaries and wetlands provide an excellent feeding ground for waders, whilst rivers, riverine and coastal bush support many species. The richest habitats are savanna and grassland. Over 400 bird species have been recorded through the years, with many specials and migrant birds. The coastal zone has an abundance of wetlands and estuaries emanating from 10 rivers. Riverine forest, unique Eastern Cape fynbos, valley thickets and sub-tropical thickets provide for many species. The breath-taking scenery adds to the charm of the area. For an unforgettable birding experience, it is recommended that you enjoy a birding tour with one of our accredited tour guides who compiled this booklet- see page 8 for details. Information on where to stay on page 8. Coastal, Estuaries & Wetlands: Alexandria to the Fish River has an abundance of transition zones where rivers flow into the ocean providing food, shelter and breeding grounds for many species. Breath taking scenery along the 85 km of coastline includes long stretches of pristine beach, 10 rivers, rocky outcrops and tidal pools, and is ideal for hiking. Estuaries are important nurseries for small fish and rich feeding grounds for fish eating birds and waders, many visiting from the northern hemisphere. It is best to visit at low tide as the rocky outcrops are exposed, and it makes for pleasant hiking conditions. Many African Oystercatcher interesting plants and organisms can be seen along the coastline, adapted to the saline conditions. Birds: On the larger rocks along the shore, African Oystercatcher and Ruddy Turnstone (mainly summer) can be seen feeding, while White-fronted Plover and Sanderling dash about on the larger areas of sand. Common, Sandwich, Little, Caspian and Swift Terns make use of the rocky outcrops for roosting. The mudflats provide food for both migrant and resident waders such as Whimbrel, Ruff, Common Greenshank, Black-winged Stilt, Common Rings and Grey Plovers. Less numerous, but present in summer, are Bar-tailed Godwit, Terek Sandpiper and the occasional Eurasian Curlew. Smaller waders such as Little Stint, Kittlitz's and Three-banded Plovers also occur. Little Tern Riverine and Dune Forest: Small patches of forest appear along our rivers consisting mainly of tall evergreen trees like yellowwoods and ironwoods. Shrubs, lianas, epiphytes and herbs are common below the canopy. Birds: Early morning is undoubtedly Crowned Eagle the best time for forest birding. Chorister Robin-Chat, with its vast array of mimicked bird sounds, greets the day. The forest canopy is home to specials such as Grey Cuckooshrike, Scaly-throated Honeyguide, Narina Trogon and Knysna Turaco. Narina Trogon The mid and lower stratum are home to Brown Scrub-Robin, Terrestrial Brownbul, Blue-mantled Crested Flycatcher, Cape Batis and Southern Boubou, among others. Forest raptors include Crowned Eagle, African Goshawk, Black Sparrowhawk, Little Sparrowhawk and, in places, Forest Buzzard. Blue-mantled Crested Flycatcher Knysna Warbler Chorister Robin-Chat Valley Thicket: Valley or Albany thicket is rich in plant species with many Karoo succulent flora and Euphorbia species, seldom reaching over 3m high. Spekboom and cycads, like the rare Latifrons also occur. This type of vegetation extends down the coast and up our valley rivers and the diversity can be attributed to the meeting of several habitats. The quiet upper reaches of the rivers has plenty of overhanging vegetation, ideal for birding. Birds: Although there may be a few Half-collared Kingfisher overlapping (with forest) species here, birding in this habitat can be just as rewarding. Yellow-breasted Apalis flit about in the sunnier patches of the bush, while Red-fronted Tinkerbird searches for berries in the lower mistletoe and rhus bushes. Fork-tailed Drongo keep an eye on the surroundings from a prominent perch and chase off raptors such as African Harrier-Hawk, Booted Eagle (mainly summer) and Jackal Buzzard. Crowned Hornbill lazily flap their way above the canopy and African Olive Pigeon sun themselves on the treetops early in the morning. Occasionally, edge-of-range species such as Ashy Flycatcher and Striped Pipit are recorded. The quiet stretches of rivers that wind their way through the valleys can provide the keen birder with sightings of specials such as Mountain Wagtail, Half-collared Kingfisher and African Finfoot. Mountain Wagtail Eastern Cape Fynbos: Fynbos is generally confined to the West Cape but special patches exist between Kleinemonde and the Fish River extending inland towards Grahamstown. The dominant vegetation is coastal grasses, Cliffortia, Leucospermums, Leucodendrons, Restios and Ericas. Interspersed are small Acacia karroo, Metalasia, Passerina, Aloes, Restios and patches of Oldenburgia, endemic to the Denham's Bustard Black Harrier Albany area. Dotted in between is a myriad of blooming plants like Watsonia, Lobelia, Helichrysums and Senecio to name a few. There are several vleis that attract associated water birds. You may be fortunate to glimpse the oribi or the secretive Grysbok. The latter is totally dependent on fynbos for its survival. Birds: Among the most common birds found in this habitat are the Black Harrier and African Marsh Harrier seen quartering low over the vegetation in search of prey. Malachite and other Sunbirds make a beeline towards the nectar producing Leucospermums. Grey-backed Cisticola, Rufous-naped Lark, Long-tailed Widowbird, Fan-tailed Widowbird and Neddicky are often seen perched on small bushes while calling. African Stonechats enjoy sitting on farm fences while Denham’s Bustards and Secretarybirds can sometimes be seen striding purposefully through the shorter vegetation. Black-winged Plovers and Cape Longclaws prefer shorter grass and raptors like Jackal Buzzard, Black-shouldered Kite and Long-crested Eagle fly overhead or perch in taller trees. Fan-tailed Widowbird Malachite Sunbird Grey-backed Cisticola Savannah and Grasslands : Fynbos is generally confined confined to the West Cape but special patches exist between Kleinemonde and the Fish River extending inland towards Grahamstown. The dominant vegetation is coastal grasses, Cliffortia, Leucospermums, Leucodendrons, Restios and Ericas. Interspersed are small Acacia karroo, Metalasia, Passerina, Aloes Restios and patches of Oldenburgia, endemic to the Albany area. Dotted in between is a myriad of blooming plants like Watsonia, Lobelia, Helichrysums and Senecio to name a few. There are several vleis that attract associated water birds. You may be fortunate to glimpse the oribi or the secretive Grysbok. Black-winged Lapwing The latter is totally dependent on fynbos for its survival. Birds: The scattered bushes and shrubs provide shelter for savannah species such as Black-crowned Tchagra, Orange-breasted Bush Shrike, Chinspot Batis, Golden Breasted Bunting and White-browed Scrub Robin. On the anthills and low bushes, Rufous-naped Lark, Plain-backed Pipit and Cape Longclaw conspicuously perch and sing. Denham's Bustard and Secretarybirds stomp their way through the grass, while White-bellied Korhaan are smaller and, although they occur in places, are not as prominent. Black-winged Lapwing are nomadic and wander from one area of suitable habitat to the next. Cape Batis Freshwater Pans : Bodies of fresh water such as pans/vleis, ponds and small dams occur in hollows and catchment areas, both natural and man-made. Many are dependent on rain while others are fed by natural springs or rivers in the vicinity. Reeds (Pragmites), bulrushes (Typha), sedges (Cyperus & Scirpus), rush (Junkus) and water lilies (Nymphaea) and pond weed (Potamogeton) & red water fern (Azolla). The last two being considered as pests. Birds: The reeds surrounding the pans provide a perfect hiding place for skulkers such as Black Crake, African Rail, Red-chested Flufftail, African Jacana African Swamphen and the rather uncommon Baillon's Crake. Green- backed Heron, Purple Heron and Little Bittern can also be spotted trying to blend in with the reeds, both the latter have streaked neck patterns thus providing camouflage. Passerines include Little Rush Warbler, Lesser Swamp Warbler and, in summer, Great Reed, African Reed and occasionally Sedge Warblers. Knowledge of calls here is important to separate some of these species. African Snipe feed in the mud beside the grassier areas along the water's edge. Squacco Heron have been uncommon in our African Snipe area, but seem to be seen more frequently these days, as is African Jacana. The open water hosts Little Grebes, several ducks, geese and others. Yellow- billed Duck, South African Shelduck, Cape Shoveller, White- faced Duck and Red-billed Teal are common to prolific, while White-backed Duck, Hottentot Teal and Southern Pochard are less frequently encountered. Yellow-billed Duck LIST OF RECORDED BIRD SPECIES Albatross, Black-browed Cisticola, Croaking Duck, White-backed Albatross, Indian Yellow-nosed Cisticola, Grey-backed Duck, White-faced Whistling Albatross, Shy Cisticola, Lazy Duck, Yellow-billed Albatross, Wandering Cisticola, Levaillant's Eagle, African Fish Apalis, Bar-throated Cisticola, Wailing Eagle, African Crowned Apalis, Yellow-breasted Cisticola, Wing-snapping
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