There are only two species of bird that use sound to convey to man the unique message: "follow me and I'll lead you to a bees' nest". The birds are called honeyguides in English and Indicator in Latin. They are Black-throated Honeyguide - Indicator indicator – and the Pallid Honeyguide - Indicator meliphilus.

They mimics the sound of a bees' nest. This is done to attract the attention of local people. Once it has their attention, the bird leads them to the hive to enjoy the spoils.

Ask Aves Birding Tours/Safaris/Adventures to create a custom tour for you to see these interesting birds or join one of the following Aves Birding Tours/Safaris/Adventures: -

Aves Eastern Cape Birding Tour / Safari /Adventure.

Aves Highlands / Tembe Birding Tour / Safari / Adventure.

Aves KZN Birding Tour / Safari / Adventure.

Aves North East Birding Tour / Safari / Adventure.

Aves North West Birding Tour / Safari / Adventure.

Aves Western Cape Birding Tour / Safari / Adventure.

Aves West Coast Birding Tour / Safari /Adventure.