Abuko Nature Reserve

 Abuko Nature Reserve is one of the oldest established reserves in the Gambia. An evergreen forest gallery follows the course of the Lamin Stream and covers approximately 1/3 of the reserve area. Efforts are being concentrated on maintaining the winding bush trails, bird photo hides and animal orphanage as well as the boundary, to prevent encroachment by people and cattle. 

There are three small pools in the reserve, the biggest being the Bamboo Pool. This freshwater pond and its vicinity are a great location to spot crocodiles and birds. Abuko is within easy reach by taxi from any of the main coastal holiday resorts. It is an ideal first stop for birdwatchers, animal enthusiasts and tourists in general. There are designated guides on site to help you find animals and birds while on the forest trail – a tip is always appreciated though not mandatory!

Abuko’s area was extended from 188 to 259 acres in 1978 and, with the help of the WWF, the reserve was enclosed in a 2.5 metre fence. It is one of six protected wildlife management parks in Gambia and covers an area of 105 hectares (roughly 2 sq. km).

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Gambia Bijilo Forest

Bijilo Forest is host to over 130 species of birds such as the Red-necked Falcon, Grey Hornbill,Senegal Coucal and various Bee-eaters There are also 4 primate species, the Patas monkey, Green Vervet monkeys, Red Colobus and the Galago or Bushbaby, that inhabit the park.

Please take notice of the signs asking visitors not to feed the monkeys – as this will interfere with their natural behaviour and reduce their fear of humans, putting them in danger of being harmed or stolen.

Among the flora are lilies, wild orchids, salt-tolerant vines, magnificent silk cotton trees,palms and the odd-looking baobab tree (sometimes called the upside-down tree).

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