Birding in the Plaston Valley near White River, Mpumalanga, offers rich lowveld woodland and riverine micro-habitats that attract a diverse array of raptors, bushbirds, and water-associated species. The broader White River and Plaston area is known for frequent sightings of the elusive Bat Hawk, along with various forest and accipiter raptors.Look for White-faced Whistling-Duck, Egyptian Goose, and assorted herons around local farm dams and wetlands. Commonly spotted species include the Gray Go-away-bird, Ashy Flycatcher, Natal Spurfowl, and various barbets and woodpeckers.