karoo korhaan
Birds of Namibia
Introduction: The Karoo korhaan (Eupodotis vigorsii) was proclaimed and named after Nicholas Aylward Vigors (1785-1840) a prominent naturalist who was part of the British zoological scene in the 1800s. This species prefer stoney ground in flat regions and can be observed singly, in pairs or in family groups.
Distribution: Southern Namibia areas such as the Kalahari Desert
Diet: Eats invertebrates such as beetles, grasshoppers and termites by pecking at the ground as it walks. Also grass and seeds.
Description: Medium-sized bird with pale underparts.
Breeding: Only 1 egg is laid at a time by the female, in a shallow scrape which maybe ringed by pebbles on stony ground between June and February.
Size: 60cm. Weight: 1.4kg.
Eningu Clay House
Built from locally made red Kalahari clay bricks this is a wonderful lodge. Expect good food, stunning Kalahari sunsets and a warm welcome
Kalahari Bush Breaks
An ideal stop over in the Kalahari en-route between Botswana and central Namibia
Kiripotib Guest Farm
Hans and Claudia run an excellent guest farm - activities include game drives, learning about (and eating) local sheep, the art centre and carpet weaving. We think this is one of the best guest farms in Namibia
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