Although I saw +- 50 species on each of my last 2 visits to the Gardens, it was rather quiet photography wise.
During my August visit the only action was from the Sacred Ibises and Cape Weavers.
There was a small flock of Sacred Ibises at the hide. They were very active, and I managed a few shots.
The male Cape Weavers were very busy building their nests.
But building a nest is hard work, and this one took a little breather to cool down.
During the bird walk at the Birdfair, we had some sightings of an Ovambo Sparrowhawk, Orange-breasted Bushshrike, Puffback and Klaas’ Cockoo. but the highlight of the morning was my 128th bird for the Gardens – a Spotted Eagle Owl.
Another visit during September netted more action. During my coffee break at the waterfall, an Egyptian Goose wandered closer.
I’ve never been able to take decent photos of Helmeted Guinea fowls. They are always moving and never wants to stand still. On this visit I finally got lucky, and a couple perched on the railing next to the bench.
I saw my first African Black Swifts of the summer. A pair of African Grey Hornbills flew past as well.
At the top of the waterfall I spotted a couple of Cinnamon-breasted Buntings and the male Cape Rock Thrush.
I made a last stop at the bird hide, but it was quiet. On the way back I came across a nesting pair of Grey-headed Bushshrikes.
Someone told me where to find a Golden-tailed Woodpecker. Minutes after arriving a the spot I got a brief glimpse of the male.
On my way out I wandered through the Aloe garden. A tiny little jumping spider was making eyes at me.
A beautiful Green-banded Swallow-tail butterfly was flitting from flower to flower.