Black-headed White-eye

A dark thrush of montane habitats. Shows considerable geographical variation in the brightness of the rufous belly and the darkness of the upperparts. One subspecies in northern Tanzania virtually lacks rufous. Note the yellow-orange bill and the narrow eye-ring. Often common in a variety of montane habitats, including forest, gardens, and heath. Usually on or near the ground, where it hops about to feed. The song is a pretty, variable series of chatty whistles and trills, with frequent pauses. Similar to African Thrush, but generally found at higher elevations, and is darker overall, with a darker orange-yellow bill.

A large, bulky eagle of forested hills. The small head, immensely broad wings, and large, often fanned-out tail give this bird the silhouette of a hawk on steroids when in flight. When perched, the thin upright crest separates this species from any hawk. Adults are dark brown above with thick brown bars on the belly and vertical black streaks on the throat. Juveniles are paler below, with brown upperparts showing neat pale-edge feathers and mostly pale head, lightly stippled or streaked with brown.

A large gull that breeds mainly inland, and migrates to the coast for the winter. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull yellow legs that can have a hint of pink coloration. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Variable plumage can make identification tricky. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting river mouths, harbors, beaches, lakes, and ponds. Often forms flocks with other gulls. Very similar to Vega Gull, and separation often difficult, but has a smaller head and bill; adults also generally have yellower legs.