Bradfield Swift is a localised but not uncommon resident and Namaqua Warbler is to be found in reedbeds along streams and rivers. Birding A visit to the area requires long distance travel, along remote routes. Much of the birding is done from the roadside, although a number of public nature reserves exist on the fringes of the region. Because of the heat, an early start is essential. The central Bushmanland region is arid with most rain falling in Autumn, while the Nama Karroo is largely within the winter rainfall region.
Many species are nomadic and respond to the erratic rainfall patterns.
The quality of birding is very much dependent on timing and can vary from dismally dissapointing to spectacular.