This is one of the outstanding treasures of Uganda and has been for Humanity under UNESCO auspices.The park, in the Western arm of the Great East African Rift Valley,covers1,978sqkmand includes a remarkably eco-systems,from semi-deciduous tropical forest to green meadows,Savannah and swamps.It is the home of the famous tree-climbing lion as well as the Uganda kob, other antelope species, elephant,buffalo, hippos, baboons and chimpanzees. Over 500species of birds have recorded,making it a magnet for bird-watchers.
They include the shoe bill stock,the black bee-eater,11types of kingfisher,and several species of falcons,eagles and other raptors. In the crater lakes to the north,spectacular flocks of flamingos congregate,creating the impression of a vast, pink carpet. The launch trip along Kazinga George and Edward is a memorable way to view the game
Sunday, May 2, 2010
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