Red-headed weaver
Birds of Namibia
Introduction: Red-headed weavers (Anaplectes melanotis) are found in forest and woodland savannah, particularly those with miombo and Acacia trees. Gardens and farms also attract this species.
Distribution: Sparsely populated in north and north-eastern Namibia, but found in Etosha National Park, Epupa Falls, Kavango River region, Kaudom Park and the Caprivi Strip.Diet: Forages with other species in bushes and trees, at times hanging upside down to extract spiders from their nests. Also eats fruit including mistletoe and seeds.
Description: Melanotis means 'black ear'. The head and mantle are bright scarlet. There are black streaks on the mantle edges. Upper parts are mainly grey and the tail grey-brown. The lower breast to the vent is white, the upper breast bright scarlet.Breeding: From 1 to 4 eggs are laid at 2 day intervals from September to December. The incubation period is around 12 days.
Size: 15cm. Weight: 22g.
Anderssons Camp
A mid market lodge, situated on the Ongava Private Reserve, just south of the Andersson entrance to Etosha.
Dolomite Camp
On a small hill on the extreme western side of Etosha - Dolomite is the newest (and fifth camp) to open within the park boundries. It is a small personal lodge as opposed to the traditional resort feel of the other camps within the park.
Epacha Game Lodge and Spa
Traditional slightly formal up-market lodge. Situated on same property as Eagle Tented Camp
Etosha Mountain Lodge
A small private lodge, borders on Etosha however the distance to the park entrance makes it fairly un-suitable for day visits
Etosha Safari Lodge
Within 10km of the Etosha entrance this mid-range lodge offers an ideal base from which to explore the park
Halali
One of the five camps situated inside the park, generally less popular with visitors than Okaukuejo or Namutoni but has the advantage of a secluded quiet spot lit waterhole
Little Ongava
Luxury accommodation, each unit with private pool, great place to spoil yourself. Guided tours on private nature reserve and inside Etosha Park
Okaukuejo
Extremely busy accommodation inside the park with a good spot-lit waterhole, great choice if location is deciding factor on where to stay
Ongava Lodge
Upmarket accommodation, situated on private game reserve with easy access to the National Park
Ongava Tented Camp
On the same property as Ongava Lodge, but offering a more traditional tented safari style experience
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Otjitotongwe Cheetah Farm
A non-profit organisation aimed at conserving Namibia's cheetah population
Toshari Lodge
Once called Etosha Gateway lodge this is a budget accommodation option which has recently been renovated.
