Stierling's wren-warbler
Birds of Namibia
Introduction: Stierling's wren-warbler (Calamonastes stierlingi) were named after N. Stierling, a German traveller and collector. Dense pockets of vegetation such as Termitaria thickets are a typical habitat, often with miombo, Zambezi teak and Acacia woodland.
Distribution: Found only in the Caprivi Strip in Bwabwata National Park, along the Kwando River or sections of the Zambezi River.Diet: Forages near the ground to forage from leaves and stems for small invertebrates.
Description: Back, rump and tail rufous brown. The chin to the belly is white with narrow black and white bars.Breeding: The round, thick-walled nest is made of fine grass, spider web and plant down. Females lay 2 to 4 eggs from September to March.
Size: 13cm. Weight: 13g.
Desert Dream Tour
4 Days - The dunes at Sossusvlei & the Namib Naukluft Mountains are highlights. Starts from Windhoek or Swakopmund
Sossusvlei Shuttle
3 Days - A very flexible trip to Sossusvlei. Choose between Swakopmund or Windhoek departures and finishes.
