Kandy Foothills
Easy Level
Best:
+ Species
Year-round
Central Province
About Kandy Foothills
Scenic foothills around Kandy with temple gardens and forest patches perfect for gentle birding.
Key Features
Notable Bird Species
Discover the incredible birdlife you can encounter at Kandy Foothills
Sri Lanka Blue Magpie
Endemic
A stunning endemic bird with bright blue plumage and long tail feathers.
Red-faced Malkoha
Endemic
A distinctive cuckoo with red facial skin and long tail.
Sri Lanka Junglefowl
Endemic
The national bird of Sri Lanka with striking plumage.
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+ Species
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