In addition to its elephants, Tarangire is famous for its tree-climbing lions, a rare sight that adds to the park’s allure. Visitors will also find dry-country antelopes such as the striking fringe-eared oryx and the graceful gerenuk.
Tarangire is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 550 bird species recorded in the park. In the drier areas, you may spot ostriches and Kori bustards. At the same time, the wetlands attract colorful species such as the yellow-collared lovebird, Rufus-tailed weaver, and ashy starling, all endemic to the dry savanna of north-central Tanzania.
Tarangire is a birdwatcher’s paradise, home to Tanzania’s most incredible variety of bird species. The park is teeming with fascinating avian life, from the striking yellow-collared lovebirds and helmeted Guinea fowl to the graceful bateleur eagles and the impressive kori bustards. Whether observing vibrant hoopoes or spotting the rare brown parrots, Tarangire offers an exceptional birdwatching adventure.
