Yellow-bellied Greenbul ringed outside it's normal ditribution. #conservation #birdbehavior #birdwatching
Bird ringing at Barberspan with seasoned ringers Pieter, Paula, Sunè, and FC—what an incredible privilege! It was an unforgettable experience to explore this side of birding alongside such knowledgeable experts. 🐦🌿🎉👏
Ecosystem engineers @ Heritage View birding retreat
White-browed Sparrow Weavers are exemplary ecosystem engineers 🌿. Their nests not only provide shelter for themselves, but also for other species, including Scaly-feathered Finches, waxbills, and barbets, totaling nine species. Why do they accommodate these species? Likely for mutual protection against predators. Similar to aardvarks, whose burrows are utilized by warthogs, porcupines, and termites, these sociable birds modify their environment in ways that benefit numerous species. 🐦🌳 #EcosystemEngineers #BirdBehavior #Wildlife #Biodiversity #NatureConnections #Conservation #Ornithology #AfricanWildlife
🌿🦅 Welcome to our Bird Hide! 🦩 🌿
Step into our sanctuary and experience the magic of birdwatching up close. Take a moment to relax, listen to the symphony of chirps, and watch these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious, there’s something special waiting for everyone.Feel free to share your sightings and photos with us—we’d love to hear about your experience! 🐦✨#BirdWatching #NatureLovers #WildlifeBeauty
Considerable water level fluctuations occurred at Barberspan over an 8-year period from 2017 to 2024. A good rain season in 2022 led to an overflow into Leeuwpan.⛈️🌧🌤
Kom kuier en kry rus vir jou siel🌿🦆
Heritage View Birding Retreat
Ralreier(Squacco Heron) word toegerus met n satelliet opsporingstoestel🛰 vir n projek van die Universiteit van Kwazulu Natal Barberspan Nature Reserve
Fotografie Paola Medves
🎵🔉Sound on to hear the Black-Collared Barbet🔊🌿
The black-collard barbet uses duetting in its day-to-day life. It is commonly rendered as too-doodle too-doodle. This duet is an antiphonal duet. That means that one bird out of the pair sings the first note (too), then the other bird sings the second note (doodle). To bystanders, this does not sound like it comes from two birds. The birds do not sing simultaneously but are synchronized in their duets❤️💙🎶.
Die rooikophoutkapper gebruik duette in hul daaglikse lewe. Dit word algemeen as "too-doodle too-doodle" weergegee. Hierdie duet is 'n antifonale duet. Dit beteken dat een voël van die paar die eerste noot sing (too) en dan sing die ander een die tweede noot (doodle). Vir toeskouers klink dit nie of dit van twee voëls af kom nie. Die voëls sing nie terselfdetyd nie, maar is gesinkroniseer in hul duette❤️💙🎶.
At 5:45 this morning we were woken by the call of the majestic African Fish Eagle. Come stay to experience this with us!
View from our private birdwatching hide #birding #Barberspan
Experience nature's melody at our off-grid eco-lodge. Rain showers and lush surroundings await. 🌿 #EcoEscape
Take a closer look at the fully equipped kitchen in our Heritage View Birding Retreat eco-cabin! 🏡🍳 From a full-size refrigerator and freezer to a microwave, air fryer, induction plate, kettle, and all the pots, pans, cutlery, and crockery you’ll need, cooking here is simple and convenient. 🌿✨
Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort and nature as you prepare your favorite meals surrounded by serene beauty. 🌺🐦 #EcoRetreat #HeritageViewBirding #StayAndCook
Escape to tranquility at our luxury accommodation near Barberspan Nature Reserve.
