Island endemics – Bananaquit
May 20, 2025
Did you know that Curaçao and Aruba share an endemic subspecies of Bananaquit and that Bonaire has its very own endemic subspecies that is somewhat different! … More Island endemics – Bananaquit
Category: bird conservation
Video snippet: Cackling exotics make a home on Curaçao
April 17, 2025
Most visitors to the island of Curaçao will not expect to see large free roaming parrots in the wild, but the lucky observer will see just that now in many urban locations on the island. … More Video snippet: Cackling exotics make a home on Curaçao
Workshop Birds of (Klein) Curaçao – ID and Monitoring
April 10, 2025
Join us in the first weeks of July 2025 for the new Bird ID & Monitoring workshop (Klein) Curaçao. Want to get started on identifying the bird species that live and breed, or visit Curaçao, and join the volunteer team to help with the inventory and monitoring of the birds of our island in the coming years, this is the course for you! … More Workshop Birds of (Klein) Curaçao – ID and Monitoring
International Shorebird Survey in Curaçao
November 15, 2024
Over the past three months, several local birdwatchers have been working on the International Shorebird Survey (ISS) in Curaçao. This survey is one of the oldest and longest-running bird studies in the world, taking place for over 100 years. … More International Shorebird Survey in Curaçao
FIRST RECORDS- Seedeaters visit the island
July 18, 2024
Every year the list of new species of birds recorded on Curaçao grows, thanks to the increase of people really looking around and actively identifying bird species. The story of the seedeaters is one that started with an incredible observation by a visitor … More FIRST RECORDS- Seedeaters visit the island
Migratory birds galore (6) – Comb ducks
November 30, 2023
When you have an inquisitive nature and like to go outside to enjoy the natural surroundings, birding can be a very exciting and also humbling experience. … More Migratory birds galore (6) – Comb ducks
Migratory birds galore (5) – Thrushes in overdrive
November 20, 2023
Discovering 3 species of thrushes on the small island of Klein Curaçao in one week, al three of them spotted on the island for the first time in decades is truly exceptional. But that is exactly what happened with top birder Rob Wellens a couple of weeks ago! … More Migratory birds galore (5) – Thrushes in overdrive
Migratory birds galore (3) – the Yellow-billed Cuckoo
October 23, 2023
Every single year in the month of October, the questions on social media raise about mysterious birds with conspicuous yellow bills, found in gardens, on roads and other locations. … More Migratory birds galore (3) – the Yellow-billed Cuckoo
Migratory birds galore (2) – Connecticut warbler
October 16, 2023
Every bird migration on the island is one filled with expectations; what species will be seen this year and where. And this year is no exception. Local birders are getting better and better in searching the interesting locations as well as in finding the smallest of birds. And photographing them of course. October is the … More Migratory birds galore (2) – Connecticut warbler
Where to bird in Curaçao (10) – The Golden warbler
September 25, 2023
Yellow warblers are one of the smallest species of birds on the island of Curaçao besides the hummingbirds of course and only measure about 12 cm in length. Their warm yellow colouring is conspicuous combined with reddish brown stripes on the breast in both males and much lighter in females. … More Where to bird in Curaçao (10) – The Golden warbler
Updated Bird Checklist Curaçao September 2023
September 8, 2023
“Do you have a bird checklist for the island?” This is almost always the first question we get from birders who are planning to visit the island of Curaçao. A birding checklist is very handy to have when visiting a new country and looking for which species to be on the lookout for. … More Updated Bird Checklist Curaçao September 2023
Birding stories by Quinlan (5) – Purple gallinule
September 2, 2023
The Purple Gallinule, Porphyrio martinicus, is a stunning bird known for its striking purple and blue plumage as an adult. However, our recent visitor was a juvenile, lacking the vibrant colors that define its species. These gallinules are typically found in wetlands and marshy areas, making Klein Curaçao’s unique ecosystem the unlikeliest of homes. … More Birding stories by Quinlan (5) – Purple gallinule
Birding stories by Quinlan (4) – Red Knot
August 31, 2023
We’ve got an extraordinary tale to share with you today—a remarkable encounter with the elusive Red Knot on the pristine shores of Klein Curaçao. This tiny island, known for its rare bird sightings, recently graced us with a birding spectacle that left us in awe. … More Birding stories by Quinlan (4) – Red Knot
Birding stories by Quinlan (3) – American redstarts
August 31, 2023
Get ready to be amazed by a truly captivating spectacle of nature – the return of the American Redstarts to the beautiful island of Curaçao during their annual migration. These delightful little warblers have embarked on their incredible journey, and we’re here to share their remarkable story with you. … More Birding stories by Quinlan (3) – American redstarts
Birding stories by Quinlan (2) – SP sandpipers
August 29, 2023
In the vibrant world of avian migrations, the Semipalmated Sandpiper stands as a true marvel. As we explore the birding wonders of Curaçao, let’s take a closer look at this captivating shorebird and its extraordinary journey. … More Birding stories by Quinlan (2) – SP sandpipers
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