Birding Species
Egypt is home to over 500 bird species, making it one of the top birdwatching destinations in the Middle East and North Africa. From migratory birds soaring over the Nile Valley to rare species hidden in desert oases and Red Sea coasts, Egypt offers unforgettable birding experiences year-round. Explore our complete guide to birding in Egypt, including hotspots, seasonal migrations, and rare sightings.
Osprey
large fish-eating raptor. Location: pharaoh’s island, Ras Mohamed
Greater Flamingo
Distinct Characteristics: Small size, gray-brown plumage, black bib on males
Hoopoe
Distinct Characteristics: Bold black and white head stripes, grayish-brown back, pink bill
Brown-Necked Raven
Distinct Characteristics: Rust-colored crown, black eyeliner, clean gray underparts
Desert Lark
Distinct Characteristics: Brown upperparts, whitish underparts, distinct black cheek spot
Pink-Backed Pelican
Distinct Characteristics: Plain grayish-brown plumage, pink bill, pinkish legs
Sand Partridge
Distinct Characteristics: Buffy face with fine streaks, brown back with darker streaks
Sooty Gull
Distinct Characteristics: Streaked brown upperparts, pale underparts with fine streaking
White Eyed Gull
Distinct Characteristics: Rusty plumage with heavily streaked underparts, large bill
White-spectacled Bulbul
Distinct Characteristics: Streaked gray-brown upperparts, white eye-ring, white outer tail feathers
Western Reef Heron
Distinct Characteristics: Rich chestnut plumage, gray face, bold white throat stripe
White crowned Wheatear
Distinct Characteristics: Plain gray-brown plumage, small bill, pale stripe above eye
Caspian Tern
Distinct Characteristics: Flat head, short tail, unstreaked buffy breast
Collared Dove
Distinct Characteristics: Chestnut and white head stripes, central breast spot
Crested Lark
Distinct Characteristics: Slate-colored or brown hood, white belly, white outer tail feathers
Desert wheatear
Distinct Characteristics: Rusty cap, bicolored bill, central breast spot
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Distinct Characteristics: Yellow crown bordered by black, gray nape
Harris's Sparrow
Distinct Characteristics: Black hood, bib, and crown; pink bill
White-throated Sparrow
Distinct Characteristics: White throat, yellow lores, striped crown (tan or white)
Clay-colored Sparrow
Distinct Characteristics: Pale brown overall, gray collar, brown cheek patch
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