Mabusa Nature Reserve is a birder’s paradise, with 297 species having been spotted here. Special sightings include the Lizard Buzzard, Green-capped Eremomela, Shelley's Francolin, White-backed Night Heron, Red-faced Cisticola, Wire-tailed Swallows, Short-toed Rock-thrush and Pearl owlet. The habitat encompasses deep valleys with fresh springs and rocky, grassy hills. A 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended as most of the trails are very basic. (Apr 2021)