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Nairobi NP

-1.36037 , 36.84188

Kenya

Nairobi National Park lies 10 kilometers (6 miles)south of the heart of the capital city Nairobi. The park was introduced in the year 1946. The combination of available water and a moderate climate (neither too hot and dry nor too cold and wet) has made this transition zone an important area for wildlife. Despite its close proximity to the city and comparatively small size, Nairobi National Park boasts a large and varied wildlife population. Nairobi National Park is undoubtedly known for its spectacular scenery, diverse habitats, abundance of bird species, and lots of very special and unique birds and wildlife. More than 500 bird species have been recorded in the park

Nairobi National  Park has many different habitats, each containing various species of birds, 

  •  Acacia-dominated woodland,
  • Riverine& Scrub,
  • Dams, Rivers, and Wetlands,
  • Evergreen Forest
  • Gorges 
  • Open Grasslands

Birding in Nairobi National Park is confined to the vehicle but there are areas where walking is allowed 

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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : -1.3604/36.8419 (2020-11-29 21:35:42 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Nairobi NP" (2020-11-29 21:35:42 )

Edited by Mwangi Gitau on 2023-07-28 10:06:04
Nairobi National Park lies 10 kilometers (6 miles)south of the heart of the capital city Nairobi. The park was introduced in the year 1946. The combination of available water and a moderate climate (neither too hot and dry nor too cold and wet) has made this transition zone an important area for wildlife. Despite its close proximity to the city and comparatively small size, Nairobi National Park boasts a large and varied wildlife population. Nairobi National Park is undoubtedly known for its spectacular scenery, diverse habitats, abundance of bird species, and lots of very special and unique birds and wildlife. More than 500 bird species have been recorded in the park Nairobi National  Park has many different habitats, each containing various species of birds,   Acacia-dominated woodland, Riverine& Scrub, Dams, Rivers, and Wetlands, Evergreen Forest Gorges  Open Grasslands Birding in Nairobi National Park is confined to the vehicle but there are areas where walking is allowed 

  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Yellow-throated Sandgrouse (Pterocles gutturalis)
Temminck's Courser (Cursorius temminckii)
African Darter (Anhinga rufa)
Dwarf Bittern (Ixobrychus sturmii)
White-backed Night Heron (Calherodius leuconotus)
Palm-nut Vulture (Gypohierax angolensis)
Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos)
White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus)
Bateleur (Terathopius ecaudatus)
Martial Eagle (Polemaetus bellicosus)
African Fish-Eagle (Icthyophaga vocifer)
Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus)
Red-throated Tit (Melaniparus fringillinus)
Croaking Cisticola (Cisticola natalensis)
Siffling Cisticola (Cisticola brachypterus)
Sombre Greenbul (Andropadus importunus)
Gray-olive Greenbul (Phyllastrephus cerviniventris)
Banded Parisoma (Curruca boehmi)
Brown Parisoma (Curruca lugens)
Yellow-crowned Bishop (Euplectes afer)
Jackson's Widowbird (Euplectes jacksoni)
Parasitic Weaver (Anomalospiza imberbis)
Long-billed Pipit (Anthus similis)

Jackson's Widowbird (Euplectes jacksoni) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:36:54)

Bateleur (Terathopius ecaudatus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:36:29)

Long-billed Pipit (Anthus similis) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:36:08)

Croaking Cisticola (Cisticola natalensis) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:35:48)

Siffling Cisticola (Cisticola brachypterus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:35:34)

Yellow-crowned Bishop (Euplectes afer) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:35:14)

Banded Parisoma (Curruca boehmi) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:34:37)

Yellow-throated Sandgrouse (Pterocles gutturalis) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:34:16)

Temminck's Courser (Cursorius temminckii) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:33:53)

Parasitic Weaver (Anomalospiza imberbis) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:33:04)

Lappet-faced Vulture (Torgos tracheliotos) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:32:40)

White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:32:23)

White-backed Night Heron (Calherodius leuconotus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:31:43)

Gray-olive Greenbul (Phyllastrephus cerviniventris) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:31:18)

Red-throated Tit (Melaniparus fringillinus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:30:58)

Brown Parisoma (Curruca lugens) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:30:33)

Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:30:09)

Sombre Greenbul (Andropadus importunus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:29:40)

Dwarf Bittern (Ixobrychus sturmii) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:29:19)

African Darter (Anhinga rufa) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:28:53)

African Fish-Eagle (Icthyophaga vocifer) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:28:39)

Palm-nut Vulture (Gypohierax angolensis) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:28:17)

Martial Eagle (Polemaetus bellicosus) was added by Mwangi Gitau (2023-07-28 10:27:54)

  • Timing and strategy

Birding in Nairobi National Park is effective all year round, an early start is usually suggested to achieve more bird species, starting at 6:30 am in the morning to 5:30 pm in the evening will enable a birder to cover most of the park's habitat. For a seamless birding experience  in the park, a 4x4 vehicle is ideal, a rare or a must-see bird may be hidden at the farthest end of  the track, also when it's raining the roads may be slippery 

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• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Mwangi Gitau on 2023-07-28 10:18
Birding in Nairobi National Park is effective all year round, an early start is usually suggested to achieve more bird species, starting at 6:30 am in the morning to 5:30 pm in the evening will enable a birder to cover most of the park's habitat. For a seamless birding experience  in the park, a 4x4 vehicle is ideal, a rare or a must-see bird may be hidden at the farthest end of  the track, also when it's raining the roads may be slippery 
  • How to get there

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The park is managed by Kenya Wildlife Service and an entry fee is needed, the park opens at 6:30 am in the morning and closes at 6 pm in the evening. Nairobi National Park has five entry gates; namely, Main Gate (Kenya Wildlife Service Headquarters), East Gate, Langata Gate, Cheetah Gate, and Maasai Gate.

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• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
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Edited by Mwangi Gitau on 2023-07-28 10:24
The park is managed by Kenya Wildlife Service and an entry fee is needed, the park opens at 6:30 am in the morning and closes at 6 pm in the evening. Nairobi National Park has five entry gates; namely, Main Gate (Kenya Wildlife Service Headquarters), East Gate, Langata Gate, Cheetah Gate, and Maasai Gate.
  • Other attractions

Besides birds, Nairobi National Park has four of the Big Five game which includes Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, and Rhino

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• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Mwangi Gitau on 2023-07-28 10:27
Besides birds, Nairobi National Park has four of the Big Five game which includes Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, and Rhino

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or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

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instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

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