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- Cape Sugarbird. Endemic to the fynbos biome in the Western and Eastern Cape, the Cape sugarbird is one of the most easily recognisable birds that can be seen in the Table Mountain National Park.
- Orange-breasted Sunbird. In my opinion, this species is the most extravagantly coloured of all the sunbirds in Southern Africa. Like the Cape sugarbird, they are also endemic to the fynbos biome and feed on the nectar of certain species of ericas and proteas.
- Verreaux’s Eagle. The Verreaux’s eagle is a symbol of South Africa’s mountain ranges, as well as the favourite raptor of many birders (myself included).
- African Penguin. One of South Africa’s most iconic birds, the African penguins of Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town have become one of the biggest drawcards for tourists visiting South Africa.
- Cape Bulbul. The Cape Bulbul is a species of passerine bird, belonging to the Bulbul family. It is a native bird, found only in South Africa, living and breeding in a variety of habitats such as coastal bush, open forests, gardens, and fynbos.
- Cape Sugarbird. The Cape sugarbird is a species of bird found only in South Africa. It is one of eight species that are endemic to the Fynbos biome, a region located in the Western and Eastern Cape provinces.
- Cape Cormorant. The Cape Cormorant is a bird species that is native to the southwestern coasts of the African continent. It breeds in the coastal region from Namibia to the southern Western Cape region of South Africa.
- Hartlaub’s Gull. Hartlaub’s gull, also known as the king gull, is a small species of gull that was previously classified as a subspecies of the silver gull.
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- African Penguin. The African Penguin, also known as the "jackass penguin" due to its distinctive braying call, is a charismatic and highly endangered species.
- Cape Sugarbird. Endemic to South Africa, the Cape Sugarbird is a striking and beautiful bird known for its long, curved bill and its elegant, elongated tail feathers.
- Malachite Kingfisher. The Malachite Kingfisher is a jewel of Cape Town's waterways, known for its vibrant blue and green plumage that gleams in the sunlight.
- Cape Rockjumper. A true master of camouflage, the Cape Rockjumper blends perfectly with the rocky terrain of Cape Town's mountainous regions. With its bright orange plumage, black throat patch, and contrasting white wing patches, this bird stands out against the earthy tones of its surroundings.
This photo gallery represents species that occur in the geographical boundaries of the Western Cape, currently over 500 species. This includes resident, migrant, rare and vagrant species. This geographic region contains many varied habitats and as such, some species may be common in a particular habitat, but absent from others.
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For instance, birds in the same families tend to move in similar ways, and small birds with long, curved beaks often eat similar foods. A field guide can also be a great resource: try the Roberts Bird Guide or Faansie’sBird Book for extra insights.
