double banded courser
Birds of Namibia
Double-banded coursers (Rhinoptilus africanus) stand in shade of shrub in the heat of the day in open plains with short grasses, or around the ground between grass tufts around pans. Dry flat riverbeds and stony semi-desert are also favoured. As they are fast runners and reluctant fliers, this makes them difficult to observe.
Distribution: Locally common throughout most of Namibia, especially Etosha National Park, Swakopmund, Windhoek and the Caprivi.
Diet: Early morning and late afternoon foragers for ants and beetles, caught with a sudden thrust after a quick run.
Description: Short, arched bills and strongly patterned plumage.
Breeding: Only 1 rounded egg, slightly pointed at 1 end is laid on bare ground year-round. Nests become slightly hollowed during incubation and are ringed with small stones and plant matter. Antelope droppings are also used.
Size: 25cm. Weight: 90g.
Arebbusch Travel Lodge
situated on the southern outskirts of town - predominantly offers self catering accommodation
Galton House
Recently opened guest house in a quite upmarket suburb. Offers meals & excellent service
Olive Grove Guesthouse
superbly managed boutique guest house. Our number one choice of accommodation in Windhoek
Terra Africa Guest House
situated in the suburb of Olympia this guest house also doubles as a small art gallery
Villa Verdi
perennial favourite well decorated communal areas, good for holiday and business visitors
