There are so many things to see and photograph in Masai Mara especially for someone like me going there for the very first time. Not just the Big 5, I am pretty much occupied doing bird watching too. From
grassland and open area, lets move to lake & marsh area of Masai Mara.
One of the very familiar birds that I saw almost everyday is this Egyptian goose. They are also found in the open area.
Black-winged stilt can be found in many part of the world is found here in Masai Mara too.
Green sandpiper may be common here, I saw it quite frequently during my stay there. However, it is not common here in Singapore. I'm so delight to be able to see it in Masai Mara.
Wood sandpiper are very similar to the green sandpiper in terms of size and appearance.
Another new bird species that I met in Masai Mara is this African jacana
The illusive Black crake made an fast appearance before disappear into the thick vegetation.
I first seen this African sacred ibis in Taiwan and is happy to be able to see it again in the place of origin. These birds plays an important role in the religion of the Ancient Egyptians.
The less popular ibis but are more common in Masai Mara is Hadada ibis. They are not dependent on water as some ibises, they are found near wetlands and often live in close proximity to humans, foraging in cultivated land and gardens.
Hamerkop is one bird that will sure to leave a lasting impression due to it's very unique hammerhead appearance.
Black-headed heron is more common here compare to Grey heron.
Yellow-billed stork, another stork that resemble Painted or Milky storks here.
Woolly-necked stork
Marabou stork
I guess I'm not the only one do bird watching here. Looks like these group of zebra is watching this Goliath heron as well.
Of the few lapwing in Masai Mara, Crowned lapwing is more commonly found.
I like Spur-winged lapwing more for is cool colouration.
This bird is always too far to reach by my lens, African pied wagtail. Just can't get a closer shot of this wagtail.
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