What animals are in the Mgahinga national park?

What animals are in the Mgahinga National Park? Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is renowned for its diverse wildlife and unique ecosystem. It is part of the Virunga Mountain range and has various animals, particularly those adapted to montane and bamboo forest habitats. Here’s a list of animals you might encounter in the park:

What animals are in Mgahinga National Park? The park is nature’s paradise and offers a lot more to see and do while in the park. Below is the list of other animals in Mgahinga Gorilla Park.

Which animals inhabit the national park of Mgahinga?

Primates

1. Mountain Gorillas
   • The park is home to a small population of critically endangered mountain gorillas, with one habituated group (Nyakagezi Group) available for trekking.
2. Golden Monkeys
   • A rare and endemic species to the Virunga region, often found in bamboo forests.
3. Blue Monkeys
4. L’Hoest’s Monkeys

Large Mammals

1. Forest Elephants
   • Occasionally seen, although they are elusive in the dense vegetation.
2. Buffaloes
3. Bushbucks
4. Giant Forest Hogs

Small Mammals

1. Duikers
   • Including the black-fronted duiker and other species.
2. Bush Pigs
3. African Civets

Birds

• Mgahinga is a birding hotspot with over 180 species recorded. Some notable ones include:
  • Rwenzori Turaco
  • Double-collared Sunbird
  • Regal Sunbird
  • Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater
  • Grey-capped Warbler
  • Kivu Ground Thrush
  • Strange Weaver

Reptiles and Amphibians

1. Chameleons
   • Such as the three-horned chameleon.
2. Various species of frogs and toads adapted to montane environments.

Others

1. Porcupines
2. Servals
   • It is rare but occasionally spotted in open areas.

Mgahinga’s wildlife diversity, particularly the gorillas and golden monkeys, makes it a prime destination for primate enthusiasts and nature lovers!

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