The annual bird migration from Europe to Africa is expected to commence in mid-November, providing birding enthusiasts an opportunity to see one of the greatest aerial migrations of the year.

Known as the “big spectacle”, the flight of raptors and storks is expected to cross Tugumoi Ridge in Kenya, between November 10 and 15, gliding over the Rift Valley to Egypt and other African countries.

William Kimosop, North Rift Tourism Coordinator, said: “Currently most birds are within Africa but the big spectacle on visible birds such as raptors and storks is expected between November 10 and 15 through December. We are doing a lot of sensitisation on the need to conserve the forests and stop sport hunting of these birds.”

“Most of the forest where these birds used to rest have been destroyed through rampant felling of trees and even charcoal burning while in other countries; a lot of sport hunting of these birds takes place when they are in the air, and that is why there is urgent need to conserve these birds,” he continued.

The spectacle will be screened live with sky cameras.