Tag: central america

  • Central American Mammals: Hoffmann’s Two-toed Sloth, a usual sight in Panama City!

    Central American Mammals: Hoffmann’s Two-toed Sloth, a usual sight in Panama City!

    Central American mammals are some of the most interesting animals on the planet. Considering how thick the tropical forest can be, it is quite surprising how many mammals one gets to see while hiking in the jungle. Coatis, several species of monkeys, sloths, tamanduas, armadillos… all can be seen relatively easily on a trip to…

  • Harpy Eagle pair in Panama

    Harpy Eagle pair in Panama

    Whitehawk Newsletter Winter 2016 Into the Realm of the Harpy Eagle Birds of prey are captivating creatures and in the tropics, the Harpy Eagle is probably one of the most fascinating ones. Collectively, Whitehawk founders have more than 25 years of experiences working for Harpy Eagle conservation in Panama and other countries of Central America.…

  • Birding with the Belize Raptor Research Institute

    Birding with the Belize Raptor Research Institute

    After three years of trying, I was finally able to participate in the Belize Raptor Research Institute’s (BRRI) Belize Bird-a-thon – this is an annual event in which teams across the country race to see as many bird species as possible in a 24 hour period. It is a wonderful fundraiser for this fledgling NGO…

  • Burbayar: a refuge for Panama’s biodiversity

    Burbayar: a refuge for Panama’s biodiversity

    Not too long ago we were checking out some interesting birding sites in Panama. More and more I have come to realize how amazing the birding is in this country. Many great birding sites are easily accessible and it is easy to get around. Panama also offers great hotel options. The country has excellent guides…