Red-necked spurfowl
Birds of Namibia
Introduction: The red-necked spurfowl (Pternistis afer) also known as the red-necked francolin (Francolinus afer) is usually confined to a habitat of dense cover associated with moist regions of evergreen forest edges, the edges of marshes and thickets. They gather in small coveys of around 3 to 6, running into dense cover when disturbed. They are frequent dustbathers.
Distribution: Isolated populations exists in the Kunene River valley near Epupa Falls.
Diet: In winter they will forage for bulbs, roots, seeds, fruits and other vegetable matter. In summer snails, termites, ticks will be eaten along with grass shoots and seeds. They will also make a beeline for commercial grains, sorghum, cereals and maize.
Description: Red-necked spurfowls are medium-sized gamebirds with bright pinkish red legs, feet and bills. They usually roost in trees and have a loud and annoying call.
Breeding: Females lay between 3 to 9 eggs between November and April.
Size: 35 to 36cm. Weight: 710g.
Epupa Falls Lodge A tented camp on the banks of the Kunene River close to Epupa Falls and Himba settlements
Fort Sesfontein
On the border between Kaokoland and Damaraland this fort was built at the same time as the fort of Namutoni in Etosha
Kapika Waterfall Lodge
On a hill above the Kunene river, the lodge has tremendous views of the surrounding area and looks towards the Epupa Falls
Kunene River Lodge
An excellent lodge in a remote location on the banks of the Kunene River, for those interesting in birding, relaxing or river rafting this lodge is an absolute must
Ohakane Lodge
One of the oldest lodges in the Kaokoland area, from here guest can visit Himba villages and other areas of interest in Kaokoland
Okahirongo Elephant Lodge
Near the tiny settlement of Puros, this luxury lodge offers you the ability to search for the desert adapted elephants
Okahirongo River Camp
On a hillside overlooking the Kunene River this small intimate camp offers accommodation for a maximum of 14 people.
Opuwo Country Lodge
This is one of the newer lodges in Opuwo - it has beautiful views over Kaokoland -a real desert oasis
