Tag: Brazil
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Bird in Focus: Sunbittern
Why Sunbittern? Sunbitterns are undoubtedly one of the most iconic birds of the Neotropics. This gem of the rivers and quiet streams of Central and tropical South America always captivates birders’ attention. While they have somewhat of a somber appearance as they stroll quietly along the edge of a forest stream, it isn’t until they…
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Bird in Focus: Jabiru
Why Jabirus We have chosen Jabirus as our Bird in Focus because they are unmistakeable. These impressively large storks have pure white bodies, black legs, a red patch on their necks, black heads and throats, and dark, slightly upturned beaks. Seeing these tall waders foraging in shallow pools makes you feel as if you have…
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Bird in Focus: Red-legged Seriema
Why Red-legged Seriemas Scanning the plains of the Pantanal, Brazil, you spot movement through the grass. Your breath catches – something is making its way into a clearing, but you can’t quite tell what it is. You begin to catch glimpses of it as it makes its way forward – a feathered back here, an…
