Year-round Birding Seasons on Bonaire
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
A Day in the Life of Osprey F54
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
Avian Thermoregulation–How Birds Keep Cool
The heat index seems to climb with each passing day here on Bonaire, as we’re in September, generally our hottest month of the year. It’s not only sweltering for us humans, but also for many of our feathered friends.
The White-tailed Kite–A New Bird for Bonaire!
It was with a mixture of disbelief, delight, and awe, with a huge smile crossing my face, that I first set eyes on (the first observation of) a White-tailed-Kite, here on Bonaire.
Big White Birds on Bonaire–How to Identify Them!
Bonaire has no lack of “big white birds,” but sometimes it can be difficult to tell them apart. This guide will give you a few hints and tips as to what to look for when attempting to identify one
Masked Booby Receives TLC from Bonaire
A cruise ship steamed into the Port of Kralendijk and docked in town. Unknown to immigration officials at that time, a very special stow-away was on board. For the three days preceding the
