by Bonaire | Apr 15, 2024 | About Bonaire's Birds, Noteworthy Bird Sightings
While birding recently in the southern salt ponds, a splash of color caught my eye. Tucked amongst the familiar Black-necked Stilts, a large shorebird sported an unmistakable feature – a shockingly pink bill with a black, elongated tip. This wasn’t
by Bonaire | Feb 19, 2024 | About Bonaire's Birds, Popular Posts
Inspired by Dr. Joan E. Strassmann’s captivating book, “Slow Birding” in 2023 I embarked on a year-long adventure in my “home patch.” Armed with curiosity, a comfortable chair, and of course my camera, my garden was
by Bonaire | Aug 7, 2023 | About Bonaire's Birds, Popular Posts
In this article, we’ll delve into the world of birding-by-ear. We’ll explore avian melodies and discuss the benefits, techniques, and wonders of identifying Bonaire’s birds through their unique songs and calls.
by Bonaire | Apr 10, 2023 | About Bonaire's Birds, Popular Posts
Are you intrigued by the ability of local bird guides to identify birds with just a glance or by listening to their unique calls? It may seem like magic, but the truth is that bird identification is a skill that can be learned
by Bonaire | Jan 26, 2023 | About Bonaire's Birds, Popular Posts
I often get asked, “When is the best Bonaire birding season?” It is a difficult question to answer, because we have various birdwatching seasons on Bonaire, and each season, indeed each month, can offer a new
by Bonaire | Oct 11, 2022 | About Bonaire's Birds, Bird Conservation, Popular Posts
Fall migration is when those of us birding on Bonaire begin to see the arrival of many migratory species, including the majestic Osprey. Although we do observe Ospreys year-round, the population greatly increases during