Bonaire Bird Blog
The Bonaire Bird Blog will keep you up-to-date on the island’s latest news and bird sightings.
The Bonaire Bird Blog will help you learn more about Bonaire’s birds before you travel!
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On the Bonaire Bird Blog, you will find information about Bonaire’s birds, birding hot-spots, conservation tips, island birdwatching events, as well as recent notable sightings. Peruse the blog’s various posts prior to your birding tour on Bonaire. By learning more about Bonaire’s birds in advance, you’ll enjoy your tour to the fullest extent.
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The latest posts from the Bonaire Bird Blog:
Best Practices for Bird Portrait Photography
Bird portrait photography is one of the most rewarding genres in wildlife photography. A successful bird portrait captures more than feathers and form — it reveals personality, mood, and character. Whether you’re photographing backyard songbirds or elusive
Birds of Bonaire–2025 Taxonomy Changes
The 2025 update to the Clements Checklist, the taxonomy followed by eBird, has officially rolled out, and several species recorded here on Bonaire have undergone notable revisions. These changes reflect advances in genetics, vocal analysis, and global efforts to unify bird naming systems.
The Pure Bonaire 2026 Calendar, the Birds of Bonaire
The Pure Bonaire Calendar 2026–The Birds of Bonaire will return you to Bonaire all year long and remind you of your birding experience! Featuring Bonaire’s most popular birds–the iconic flamingos, the parrots, and raptors–the calendar also illustrates some of the island’s lesser-known birds
The Great White Heron: Species or Morph?
The Great White Heron, with its regal posture and ghostly white plumage, is one of the most striking birds of the American tropics. Most commonly found in the coastal wetlands of southern Florida and the Florida Keys, this elegant bird is often mistaken for a Great Egret (Ardea alba).
Honoring Gibi Coffie, Bonaire’s “Lora-Man,” on World Parrot Day
On World Parrot Day, Bonaire honors one of its own–Gibi Coffie, who has dedicated more than 15 years to nurturing the island’s parrot, the Yellow-shouldered Amazon—known locally in Papiamentu as the “lora.”
Help Out the Flying Pintails on Global Big Day 2025
Get ready for an exhilarating birding event coming up this Saturday—the highly anticipated Global Big Day 2025! Once again, I am thrilled to be a part of Team Flying Pintails, led by the esteemed BirdsCaribbean Executive Director, Lisa Sorenson.
Bonaire’s Duck Season Brings Rare Migrant Ducks!
First, allow me to explain that “Duck Season” on Bonaire has a slightly different connotation than in other areas. Here on the island, it refers to the arrival of migrating ducks from North America, usually beginning in November. This is an exciting time for local and visiting birders, as it offers
American Flamingo Courtship and Breeding on Bonaire
Known for its pristine landscapes and commitment to conservation, Bonaire provides a sanctuary where these iconic, protected birds can thrive. This article delves into the fascinating breeding and nesting habits of the American Flamingo, including their captivating courtship rituals.
Rare Bird Alert: The Whistling Heron visits Bonaire
The Whistling Heron (Syrigma sibilatrix) is an elegant and distinctive bird native to South America, where it graces wetlands, grasslands, and savannas with its striking plumage and soft, melodic calls. Known for its characteristic whistling sound—hence its name—the Whistling Heron
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