For the first time in over a century, the Reed Cormorant has bred in Egypt. Two juveniles were photographed on Lake Nasser in August 2025 by a team of Egyptian birders, confirming a record unseen since 1903. This landmark discovery highlights the resilience of nature and the vital role of local birdwatchers.
أبو القردان ليس مجرد طائر أبيض يزين الحقول المصرية، بل حارس خفي للزراعة وصديق للفلاح. من إنقاذ القطن إلى الأمثال والأغاني، تعرف على حكايته الممتعة
Sitting quietly on the Nile, the Aswan Botanical Garden (Kitchener’s Island) is a green escape filled with exotic trees, colorful flowers, and birdsong. Just a short boat ride from the city, it’s the perfect spot to relax, explore nature, and enjoy birdwatching in the heart of Aswan.
لطالما ارتبطت الطيور بالرمزية في الفن والأدب، ولم تكن السينما المصرية استثناءً. في هذا المقال نستعرض عشر أفلام مصرية حملت أسماء طيور، منها “دعاء الكروان” و”النعامة والطاووس” و”بلبل حيران”، لنكشف كيف جسدت هذه الأعمال العلاقة بين الطيور والإنسان، ومعاني الحرية والحب والصراع
Aswan in winter offers more than temples and desert landscapes: it becomes a haven for birdwatchers. With mild weather, vibrant resident species, and spectacular migratory visitors along the Nile, the city is the perfect escape for nature lovers seeking a unique winter holiday.
Beyond the lush Nile, the deserts of Aswan harbor a unique world of birdlife. From the resourceful brown-necked raven to the delicate desert lark and the striking hooded wheatear, each species has mastered the art of survival in arid landscapes. This article introduces the most fascinating desert birds of Aswan -residents and migrants alike- revealing the adaptations that make them true survivors of the Sahara.
The Reed Cormorant (Microcarbo africanus), also called the Long-tailed Cormorant, is a small but skillful African waterbird. Known for its elegant dives, sun-drying wings, and important ecological role, this bird is full of surprises. Here are 10 interesting facts you should know about it.
Aswan is a paradise for bird lovers, offering an incredible mix of resident species and seasonal migrants. Whether you visit in autumn to witness massive migration waves, in winter to spot rare waterbirds, in spring to enjoy dazzling songbirds, or in summer to focus on local specialties, Aswan’s birdlife never disappoints. This ultimate checklist highlights what to expect in each season. It’s your perfect guide to a birdwatching adventure along the Nile.
The lotus is Egypt’s national flower, admired since the age of the Pharaohs. More than a bloom, it symbolized rebirth, purity, and the sun itself. From temple carvings to modern cultural symbols, the lotus continues to embody Egypt’s timeless spirit and deep connection with the Nile.
The autumn migration season has begun in Aswan! Across three birding trips on the Nile in late August 2025, early migrants such as Wood Sandpiper, Great Cormorant, Red-backed Shrike, Garganey Duck, Willow Warbler, and Lesser Whitethroat have already been recorded. With raptors on the move as well, Aswan is once again proving itself a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest journeys.
