🦅 Birds
Bateleur
Terathopius ecaudatus

Photo : Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
KrugerUncommon
Masai MaraUncommon
AmboseliUncommon
TsavoUncommon
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It tilts from one wing to the other in flight, like a tightrope walker.
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🎯 Its very short tail makes it recognisable even from afar.
Where to see it
Kruger : uncommon · Masai Mara : uncommon · Amboseli : uncommon · Tsavo : uncommon
In the collections
It belongs to the Lords of the sky (the great raptors). Complete the collection in Jambo Tembo to earn a bonus.
FAQ
Where can I see a bateleur on safari?
The bateleur lives in all four parks covered by Jambo Tembo. It's easiest to spot in Kruger and Masai Mara and Amboseli and Tsavo (uncommon).
How do I recognise a bateleur?
It tilts from one wing to the other in flight, like a tightrope walker. With Jambo Tembo, one photo is enough: the AI recognises it (Terathopius ecaudatus) offline.