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“The (Big) Year that Flew By: Twelve Months, Six Continents, and the Ultimate Birding Record”

10,000 Birds

When Arjan reached Suriname, his count stood at 3,646 species, with just under half a year left. The Pantanal “is a bit like the savannas of Africa: an open area with large mammals, crocodiles, and large ratites. The safari 4×4s and lodges complete the picture. I’ve had so many incredible experiences.