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Welcome to the official portal of BirdLife Zimbabwe. Use our AI Photo Identification, interactive Merlin Wizard, or participate in the SABAP2 atlas project to monitor and conserve Zimbabwe's rich biodiversity.

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Bird of the Day Endangered

Bateleur (Chapungu)

Terathopius ecaudatus

A medium-sized eagle with an extremely short tail. Performs dramatic side-to-side rocking motions in flight, revered in local Zimbabwean culture as a sign of protection.

News & Activities

Zimbabwe Winter Waterbird Count

July 1 - July 15, 2026

Help us count waterbirds in wetlands across the country. Logs submitted in Lake Chivero are highly valued!

Vulture Conservation Project

Ongoing 2026

Alerts of rare vulture sightings (White-backed Vulture) help combat illegal poisoning traps.

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