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:
Bonaire’s Diverse Habitats and Their Importance
To many visitors, Bonaire is best known for its crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and world-class diving. But above the water lies an equally remarkable natural world. Within just 112 square miles, the island contains an extraordinary diversity
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 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.”
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
The Rare, Vagrant Dunlin on Bonaire
The Dunlin stands out among the myriad of avian species, as it is not known to visit the Caribbean on its migration journeys. Instead, it will travel as far south as Mexico or the southern shorelines of the United States, but it has hardly been encountered as far south as Bonaire.
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