Is Bamenda Highlands montane bird congregation happening right now?

As of today, out of season, returns ~November. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.

Each year the montane forests of the Bamenda Highlands (Kilum-Ijim, Bali-Ngemba and neighbouring fragments) show a strong seasonal pulse in bird activity.

During the dry season many species enter their breeding period and become more vocal and conspicuous, and mixed-species foraging flocks and territory-holding aggregations are easier to locate.

The area is the last stronghold for several range-restricted endemics including Bannerman's Turaco and the Banded Wattle-eye.

Where to see it

A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.

Viewing spots
Kilum-Ijim Forest (primary access via Oku village)
Lake Oku crater rim (Plant Life Sanctuary)
+ 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app →

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