Over 1000 species of birds live in Uganda. There are about 60 national parks where the avifauna are protected. Also, despite being landlocked, the country has several large lakes like Lake Victoria and Lake Kyoga, which let waterbirds thrive.

Uganda’s national bird is the Gray Crowned Crane, also seen on the country’s flag. Other notable species include the African Fish Eagle, the Shoebill, and the Great Blue Turaco.

Some of Uganda’s best places to go birding include Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Murchison Falls National Park.

The peak season for birdwatching in Uganda generally coincides with the country’s two dry seasons (December to February and June to August), which offer the best birding conditions and opportunities for spotting various species.