South Horr The African Pygmy Falcon is native to eastern and southern Africa. It is the smallest raptor on the continent. Pygmy falcons prey on reptiles and insects, but will occasionally prey on small birds as well as rodents.
Von der Decken's hornbill is omnivorous, taking insects, fruit and seeds. It feeds mainly on the ground and will form flocks outside the breeding season. In captivity, Von Der Decken's hornbill will readily eat papaya, cantaloupe, blueberries, bananas, and apples. Live food such as crickets and mealworms should also be offered daily. Small rodents are readily taken but should only be offered two or three times a week.
This is an incredibly common sight on so many levels: A child tending livestock. Those were within mountains. We heard them singing to the goats near Koros camp where we stayed.
