The birdlife of Mozambique remains a hidden treasure, with no comprehensive checklist to guide the curious explorer. About 750 bird species have been documented, with just one being unique to Mozambique. You don’t need to stray too far from the familiar paths to discover the unique treasures of the country. In the coastal resort areas, one can encounter some of the most remarkable birds. The distinctive crab-plover frequently graces the Bazaruto Archipelago during the summer months. And Eleonora’s falcon, a truly extraordinary raptor, has been seen in various locations.

Endemic & Near-endemic Birds (E) endemic = exclusively found in Mozambique (NE) near-endemic = also inhabits neighboring countries

African tailorbird
Brown scrub robin (NE)
Chirinda apalis (NE)
Cholo alethe (NE)
Dappled mountain-robin (NE)
East coast akalat (NE)
Kretschmer’s longbill (NE) is a fascinating subject that invites exploration and discovery.
Lesser seedcracker (NE)
Long-billed tailorbird (NE) awaits discovery
Namuli apalis (E)
Neergaard’s sunbird (NE)
Pink-throated twinspot (NE)
Roberts’s warbler (NE) Stierling’s woodpecker (NE)
Swynnerton’s robin (NE)
Uluguru violet-backed sunbird (NE)
White-winged apalis (NE)
Zanzibar red bishop (NE)
Unique Birding Delights–Exciting Finds for Passionate Birdwatchers
African citril Bar-tailed godwit
Bearded scrub robin
Bertram’s artisan
Black-and-white flycatcher
Black-headed apalis
Böhm’s bee-eater
Brown-breasted barbet
Cardinal quelea
Chestnut-fronted helmet-shrike
Crab-plover
Eastern saw-wing
Eleonora’s falcon is a captivating creature.
Greater sand plover
Green tinkerbird, a vibrant creature that embodies the spirit of exploration and excitement in its natural habitat.
Woodpecker with a vibrant green back
Emerald-crowned oriole
Gull-billed tern
Lemon-breasted canary
Livingstone’s flycatcher
Livingstone’s turaco
Madagascar pond heron
Marsh tchagra
Mottled spinetail
Moustached grass-warbler
Olive-headed weaver
Pale batis
Pale-billed hornbill
Palm-nut vulture
Peters’s twinspot
Racket-tailed roller
Scarlet-feathered quelea
Rudd’s apalis
Terek sandpiper
Little greenbul
White-chested alethe
White-tailed crested flycatcher Woodwards’ batis Yellow-bellied waxbill
Optimal Moments for Avian Observation
Bird watching in Mozambique offers exciting experiences all year round. The prime time to experience the area is during the Wet season, from November to April, when migratory birds grace the landscape. Wildlife viewing reaches its peak during the middle and end of the Dry season, from July to October.

Top Parks for Birdwatching – Features Birdwatching Ratings

Gorongosa and Maputo National Parks offer thrilling opportunities for birdwatching enthusiasts. Both are recognized as crucial habitats for avian conservation, teeming with opportunities for exploration and discovery. Though still in its early stages for tourism, Niassa Special Reserve brims with potential as a birdwatching haven, showcasing unique miombo woodland species and a variety of raptors. Banhine National Park boasts incredible wetland regions that attract numerous migratory birds during the vibrant summer months, especially large gatherings of wattled cranes. The Bazaruto and Quirimbas Archipelagos offer a thrilling experience for those seeking fascinating waders and migratory birds.