Expedition 🇺🇬 Uganda
Shoebill in Uganda
Where to look for the shoebill in Uganda, habitat cues, and the Catch'Um field guide.
Balaeniceps rex
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Finding Shoebill in Uganda
Shoebills still occur in Uganda, though specific park pins are still being curated. Use the Shoebill field guide for ID and biology, and the Uganda expedition page for broader wildlife destinations.
Uganda context: Chimpanzees in the rainforest, gorillas in the mountains, and the source of the Nile.
When you are out looking, prioritise papyrus swamp, freshwater marsh, and floodplain in Uganda. That is where local sightings of this species are most often reported.
Full species guide
Biology, interesting facts, identification, and conservation live on the Shoebill field guide. This page stays focused on finding one in Uganda.
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Log the Shoebill in Uganda
Spot one in the wild, then scan it in Catch'Um to log your legendary discovery.