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cape birding route > birding spots > west coast > langebaan quarry
Langebaan Quarry:

The greatest attraction here is the resident pair of Black Eagles, which usually breed between May and November, although they may be seen in the general vicinity throughout the year. At the northern edge of Langebaan village, turn left towards Club Mykonos. After a few kilometres along this road, turn sharply to the right opposite the horseshoe-shaped ‘Long Acres’ sign. Follow the main track for about half a kilometre, veering right wherever it splits (0 on map, p.48). This will take you to the section of quarry where the well-known eagles’ nest is situated (it is just right of centre on the main cliff face, but remarkably inconspicuous despite its size). Rock Kestrel and African Black Swift also breed on the cliff faces. The alien thicket at the quarry edges is a reliable site for Southern Grey Tit and Acacia Pied Barbet.

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