10,000 Birds

JULY 22, 2020

Drifting slower and looking closer, we observed a tiny Malachite Kingfisher hunting in the sheltered shallows. A familiar Striated Heron elicited the opposite reaction altogether as they are the default small heron here in Trinidad. It was even pumping its tail, much like the New World species I am accustomed to.

Kenya 154

Kenya Fish Trinidad Eagles 154

10,000 Birds

APRIL 19, 2023

Some days ago I had the opportunity to explore the grossly underbirded southeastern corner of Trinidad. The Nariva Swamp is the largest wetland on Trinidad, giving to and taking from the relentless Atlantic Ocean on its eastern boundary. We managed to see both species of monkey, though – so we were ultimately well satiated.

Trinidad 29

Trinidad Falcons Primates Monkeys 29

10,000 Birds

MAY 11, 2022

The bay itself is fairly large and sheltered from the elements, and one of the larger rivers draining the Main Ridge Forest Reserve empties into the bay on the northern end. The confluence of fresh and salt water creates a small, nutrient-rich hideaway that is used by various species of fish as a nursery.

Birds 198

Birds Fish Trinidad Hunting 198

10,000 Birds

DECEMBER 9, 2020

On our departure from Trinidad we experienced a five hour delay which not only dashed the chances of birding in Curaçao that day, but seriously jeopardized us catching two subsequent flights. Still on the lookout for anything avian, I managed to grab a Bananaquit before I returned to the shelter of our hotel room. . American Kestrel.

Trinidad 205

Trinidad Shelters Birds Species 205