Worldwide Birds

Crowned Sandgrouse vs. Spotted Sandgrouse: A Desert Birding Guide

During my tours as a birding guide in the vast, arid landscapes of North Africa, I always see bird watchers get confused between two amazing ground-dwelling birds: the Crowned Sandgrouse (Pterocles coronatus) and the Spotted Sandgrouse (Pterocles senegallus). Because the color of their plumage makes them go incognito and align perfectly with the earthy terrain,

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Best Time of Year for Birding in Merzouga: A Month-by-Month Migration Guide

When planning a birdwatching expedition to the Moroccan Sahara, timing isn’t just important—it dictates the entire experience. While the deep desert supports a tough, resilient population of resident species year-round, the true magic of Merzouga birding happens during the spring migration. Between March and May, millions of trans-Saharan migrants use the Moroccan flyway as a

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