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Wildlife in Johannesburg.

You can observe these 14 species in Johannesburg.

European bee-eater

The European bee-eater is a colourful bird that performs skilful aerial displays and is fascinated by its surroundings.

Discover the magnificent European rollers with their bright plumage and lively flight manoeuvres.

Discover the sociable arrow-marked babblers that move in groups through dry forests and savannas.

The brown-hooded kingfisher fascinates with its colourful appearance and lively behaviour in the wild.

The three-banded plover is a small bird with striking neck bands that is particularly active around bodies of water.

The magpie shrike is a striking bird with distinctive black-and-white plumage and a long tail.

Experience the colourful and agile African paradise flycatcher in its natural habitat.

Discover the grey heron, the elegant fisher found at many bodies of water.

Discover the African grey hornbill, a fascinating bird with a distinctive call and unique appearance.

The tropical house gecko shows its ability to adapt to urban habitats and its nocturnal hunting habits.

The red-backed shrike is a fascinating carnivorous songbird, known for its remarkable hunting methods.

The reed cormorant is a small cormorant that hunts fish in wetlands in Africa and Madagascar.

Discover the fascinating red-faced mousebird with its red facial mask and unique vocalisations.

Experience the sociable nature of the white-faced whistling duck in impressive flocks at sunrise.