Birds of Kenya
Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is a country in East Africa.
The distribution of birds in Kenya can vary widely depending on the species and their specific habitats. Here is a general overview of where you might find some of the bird species mentioned in different habitats across Kenya:
Fish Eagle: Found near freshwater habitats such as lakes and rivers.
African Jacana: Often seen in wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of lakes and rivers.
African Spoonbill: Inhabits shallow waters, marshes, and lagoons.
African Swamphen: Found in wetlands, reedbeds, and along the edges of lakes.
African Grey Hornbill: Inhabits savannahs, woodlands, and open country.
Abyssinian Roller: Common in savannahs and open grasslands.
Black-crowned Crane: Often found in grasslands, wetlands, and agricultural fields.
Crowned Eagle: Inhabits forests and wooded areas.
Common Ostrich: Prefers open grasslands and savannahs.
Egyptian Goose: Common around lakes, rivers, and ponds.
Goliath Heron: Inhabits shallow waters, including lakes, rivers, and estuaries.
Greater Flamingo: Often found in saline or alkaline lakes and estuarine areas.
Hadada Ibis: Seen in grasslands, wetlands, and agricultural areas.
Hamerkop: Found near water, including lakes, rivers, and wetlands.
Lilac-breasted Roller: Common in savannahs and open woodlands.
Maasai Ostrich: Inhabit open grasslands and savannahs.
Marabou Stork: Found near water, including rivers, lakes, and coastal areas.
Northern Carmine Bee-eater: Often seen near water, including riverbanks.
Pied Kingfisher: Common near water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and ponds.
Rüppell’s Vulture: Inhabits open areas, often seen soaring in the sky.
Video Source: A Flutter of Colors: Birds of Kenya Unveiled from eastafrican safaris on Youtube ⁄ CC BY
