Santa Marta Sabrewing – hummingbird unexpectedly rediscovered in Colombia
An experienced local birdwatcher in Colombia rediscovered the Santa Marta Sabrewing Campylopterus phainopeplus, a relatively large hummingbird only found in the country’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains. It’s only the second time the species has had a documented sighting since it
The Owls of Colombia – International Owl Awareness Day
Colombia has the most diverse avifauna in the world with more than 1950 species of birds, of which 28 are owls. This makes Colombia one of the countries with the greatest number in the region along with Mexico, Peru, and
Colombians Endemics and Near-Endemics Birding Tour
Wade and Karen Harris are a Canadian birdwatching couple who live on their 40-acre farm in Ontario. Although Wade says he is not hardcore, his more than 4,300 species and around 40 countries visited say otherwise. The pandemic prevented Wade
Manakin Nature Tours – Global Birdfair 2022
BirdFair has always been very important to Manakin Nature Tours, since 2012 we have participated in this great bird celebration event! These last two years due to the pandemic we didn't have this important event! During the 15th-18th of July the
The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a magical photography destination in Colombia
The Caribbean region of Colombia is the most northerly continental and marine natural region of the country. It is located in the north of Colombia. The region is limited by the Caribbean Sea on the north, where it gets its
We’ve made HARPY EAGLE RESERVE thanks to your support
The year 2022 began with a great discovery, a Harpy Eagle's nest. On December 30, 2021 we received the news of the discovery of a Harpy Eagle's nest in Colombia at a completely vulnerable location. During the first weeks of
Colombian Amazon – One Paradise to be discovered!
Colombia’s forests are a majestic and awe-inspiring gift. They cover more than half of the country, making Colombia home to the third-largest forest area in South America. and the thirteenth-largest area of forest in the world. The Amazon Rainforest is magical,
World Biodiversity Day – A natural paradise in Colombia
Colombia is a natural paradise, one of the countries with more richness in terms of fauna and flora in the world. It is one of the most recognized for its beauty and everything related with biodiversity and nature. HOW MANY RECORDED
Birding and Conservation – Helping to Save the Harpy Eagle in Colombia
Our second scouting trip started on late April, our main aim was to help in monitoring the nesting site but also check other potential places after talking with some local members along the research area. Once in the town we
Trip Report – East Cordillera / Foothills & Amazon (Orinoco basin Inirida)
Day 1 / 3 - Santa Maria The municipality of Santa María is located on the eastern side of the eastern mountain range in the Andes of Colombia, forming part of the Valle de Tenza, located in the south of the