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7 of the world´s top birdwatching meccas

Henry Vagrant/Animalia Truly dedicated birders are known to plan travel around their obsession, and there are of course thousands of fantastic birdwatching destinations to choose from. But several stand out that should be on their lifetime bucket list. The following seven represent the highest global diversity, endemism, and spectacle in birdwatching—spanning the Amazon, Andes, wetlands, savannas, cloud forests, temperate migration corridors, and tropical rainforest, making them perennial…

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For the 'aves': the art and sport of falconry in Spain

 Tom Meaker  by Inka Piegsa-Quischotte  Feet firmly planted on the ground, left elbow out, forearm straight, hand and wrist covered with a thick leather glove, I looked apprehensively at the master falconer standing by my side. He had just sent a magnificent Harris's hawk into the air, soaring into the sky, then swooping down towards me. “He won’t attack me, will he?” I asked. “Not unless he mistakes you for a rabbit,” the instructor deadpanned, “and there is no chance of that”, he grinned. He…

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How do I buy the best binoculars for travel?

Especially when traveling for ecotourism and/or adventure (or also for attending events), a good set of binoculars is a boon - an not infrequently even a necessity. Gеnеrаllу ѕреаkіng, there are five categories that any nеwсоmеr to орtісѕ ѕhоuld bе аwаrе оf. They оvеrlар but аlѕо dіffеr in vаrіоuѕ wауѕ bесаuѕе they're designed fоr a vаrіеtу оf рurроѕеѕ. In this post I will highlight three саtеgоrіеѕ and whаt thе kеу features are that уоu ѕhоuld bе looking fоr whеn buying thе best compact…

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  • Hotel Mocking Bird Hill August 8, 2011 at 7:17pm
    Come and meet Shireen at the Birdfair in Rutland 19-21.2011 Jamaica Birds Lots of information about birding in Jamaica
  • Oasis Adventures and Camps Ltd July 26, 2011 at 2:26pm

    Celebration time after a successful early morning birdwalk/hike at Oasis Camp Kenya.

    http://www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html9010720487?profile=original

  • Hotel Mocking Bird Hill July 19, 2011 at 10:56pm
    Great news! Jamaica is back, offering unforgettable birding adventures
    From March 31 until April 6 2012.

    Here is what "Naturalist Journeys" says about Jamaica:

     " Jamaica.  Beautiful migrant warblers in fresh spring plumage hanging out in the Wild Orchid tree by the pool. Long white sand beaches, colorful characters, the vibrancy of life. (Narca's) pick for the cutest bird of the trip is the Jamaican Tody, which reminds her of the Tody Motmot she loves in Belize and Panama. The Tody family (Todidae) is one of two families unique to the Caribbean.  

     

    Don't Miss this one!! We find Jamaica very exciting, and so comfortable to be in while birding. We are positively pampered at the Hotel Mocking Bird Hill"

     

    Have a look ate following link for more information:

    http://www.naturalistjourneys.com/jcalendar/jc_jam12.htm

  • Hotel Mocking Bird Hill June 23, 2011 at 11:51pm
    Saw 4 Magnificent Frigate Birds  www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Magnificent_Frigatebird/lifehistory from the hotels veranda this afternoon
  • Oasis Adventures and Camps Ltd June 6, 2011 at 10:30am

    Oasis Eco Camp is a small intimate eco Lodge located on the shores of Lake Elementaita Kenya which is an IBA and a Ramsar site since 2005. Over 450 species of birds in the locality and the only breeding grounds for white Pelicans in East Africa.

     

    Planning a birding trip to Kenya, dont miss this jewel.9012300468?profile=original

    http://www.oasis.co.ke/eco.html

  • Corne Schalkwyk March 23, 2011 at 3:43pm

    Hi Guys

    Why not visit the Makuleke consession in Kruger, we have a basic and advance birding course - Join Bruce Lawson (Our Camp manager and SKS Birder) for a great experience. This true wilderness area is also one of the best birding spots in Africa

    Let me know if you will be visiting INDABA, would love to have a chat (ICCL011) or contact me for a appiontment at marketing@ecotraining.co.za or visit our website at www.ecotraining.co.za.

  • Mark Mattson March 21, 2011 at 6:02pm

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  • David Lawrence January 25, 2011 at 10:02pm
    Birding festival coming up in Yuma. Website says the area gets >400 birds. But what birds? Anyone know? http://www.yumabirding.com/
  • Tripatini November 3, 2010 at 10:56pm
    Portugal's Setúbal region a birding bonanza? Check it out.
  • Ed Wetschler August 18, 2010 at 2:07am
    Tourists in Greenwich Village's Washington Square Park got a thrill late this afternoon when a huge hawk flew in for touchdown on a maple branch just above our heads. Bigger than anything they'd seen in Idaho. Conclusion: There's a lot of quality protein in pigeon meat. But did you know that NYC is such a good place for birders?
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