04/02/2026
Canoeing at means moving slowly… and noticing everything.
Each slide tells a story of the birds and wildlife that call this lake home.
SLIDE 1: LONG-TAILED COMMORANT.
Cormorants are part of the Phalacrocoracidae family. They’re excellent divers, able to plunge deep into the water to catch fish. Their feathers aren’t completely waterproof, so they often spread their wings to dry them out after diving.
SLIDE 2: MALACHITE KINGFISHER
The Malachite Kingfisher is one of the smallest and most colorful kingfishers, boasting brilliant blue and orange plumage. They’re often found near freshwater habitats, where they dart quickly to catch fish and small aquatic creatures.
SLIDE 3: BLUE MONKEY
They’re known for their distinctive black faces and playful behavior. They live in troops and are quite social, often seen foraging in trees and shrubs.
SLIDE 4: SQUACCO HERON
A migratory bird known for its warm, buff-colored plumage during the breeding season. They typically inhabit reed beds and marshes, where they hunt small fish and amphibians. They’re known for their patience and stealth while hunting.
SLIDE 5: NILE MONITOR LIZARD
One of Africa’s largest lizards, commonly found near water. The Nile monitor is a powerful swimmer and an opportunist feeder, eating fish, eggs, insects, and small animals.
SLIDE 6: GREAT EGRET
The Great Egret is a large, elegant wader with striking white feathers and a long, slender neck. They’re often seen standing still in shallow waters, patiently waiting to catch fish, frogs, and insects. They’re also known for their graceful flight and striking appearance.
SLIDE 7: THICK-BILLED WEAVER [ GROSBEAK WEAVER ]
A master architect of the bird world. This is a weaver bird building its hanging nest using grass and reeds. Males usually start the nest, and females inspect it before accepting it. These birds are social, noisy, and often nest in colonies near water and wetlands.
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