The birding world is changing. There is a revolution going on with more and more people becoming interesting in birds, but the new birders are not necessarily listers. This is an analysis what this means and how these changes have become a challange for bird tour operators as well as birding clubs.
The Next Big Thing – The Birding Revolution
Bamboo birds at Villa Carmen and Tapir and hummers and Amazonia Lodge
Fantastic day birding on the lower Manu road with 57 additions. But the best observation was a Tapir!
Manic Birding on Manu road.
October 2. Big Month Birding Peru, day 2. Manu road. Man, it was difficult to get up this morning! I set the alarm for 2:30 am, had a quick shower, and packed my small carry-on suitcase and my small backpack…
Big Day – sort of, on the Road to Hell. Day 1. Big Month
“When in Peru plan for things not to follow plan” – A Parrot without a Name.
A good days birding, but not how we had planned the first day of the BIG MONTH. Read more……
Tomorrow we start the BIG MONTH of Peruvian Birding
For the first time ever there is an organized birding tour that lasts a full calendar month, and the goal that we have set is no other than breaking the world record, hopefully reaching 1100 species. I have been birding…
Birding Kit Essentials for a Full Month Birding in Peru
On October 1st at midnight, I shall start Kolibri Expeditions’ Big Month after 4 days of scouting and birding in Puerto Maldonado. The goal is to get 1100 species before the end of Oct 31. This is the longest I…
Book review: Noah Strycker – Birding Without Borders
Don’t miss Noah Strycker’s new book Birding Without Borders, where Kolibri Expeditions plays a significant role. Action packed and lots of interesting side stories. Here is my review.
Amazing Spring Discount
Are you tired of snow and lousy weather? Do you need to add 100+ species to your life list? Do you take advantage of cheap fares to Peru right now? Are you looking for a short trip to recharge your…
New years resolution. Stop plastic!
Fight plastic! 2018 Kolibri Expedions New Years resolution. Half way through January already, but it is not too late to make a commitment. If you still don’t have a specific one regarding health, exercise or your birding goals, perhaps you…
15 news and facets from Gunnar and Kolibri Expeditions
Since, Kolibri Expeditions is turning 20 years next year, I’d like to celebrate in two different ways. First a recap of 15 news stories about: Peruvian birds and how to see them. Our conservation committment. Kolibri Expeditions innovative thinking how to…