Backpacker Accommodation Near The Blue Swallow
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Nearby Attractions & Landmarks: Buddhist Retreat Centre
The Blue Swallow Reviews
More info about The Blue Swallow
More critically endangered than the rhino, the beautiful and graceful fluorescent-coloured blue swallow is currently numbered at roughly 1000 birds worldwide. Their numbers are dwindling rapidly and scientists are at a loss to explain why. Some blame the removal of their habitation and artificial forests as a possible reason but in areas where they once thrived, development has not occurred. In South Africa, less than 40 pairs arrive annually to breed along the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands mist belt. This is the only remaining destination in the country for birders to get a glimpse of the swallow.
The blue swallow breeds in underground aardvark holes and natural sinkholes and scientists have resorted to creating artificial breeding holes where the aardvark population has been affected. Tracking the bird’s migration path is difficult as the bird is too light to carry a standard satellite transmitter and until such time as a lightweight device becomes available, tracking cannot occur.
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About Backpacker
For those who are a little adventurous and enjoy the company of other travellers, you can decide to stay at a Backpackers. Often having to share a room with others as well as costs, it is incredibly inexpensive. Often the best choice for those who may be just passing through or will be occupied for the majority of their day. It comes with the most basic amenities and is often formed as part of a bar or similar establishment. Not recommended for those who want privacy, this is best suited for those who wouldn’t mind meeting various other interesting travellers.