Birdwatching in Colombia

Jurgen Beckers & Pablo Florez

2013. Home to almost 1900 species (nearly one fifth of the world total), Colombia hosts the highest number of birds of any country in the world. 'Birdwatching in Colombia' describes in detail the best and most accessible birding sites in Colombia.

It covers 127 sites spread across almost every department of the country, including San Andres and Providencia. Eighty-five colour maps make it easy to locate more than 70% of Colombia's species, including all 73 of the country endemics.

'Birdwatching in Colombia' expertly guides birders through the necessary logistics, explaining how to get to each site, where to stay and where to eat. In addition this book is enhanced by 240 full colour photos of birds and birding sites.

The authors are adding updates in the form of changed contact information as well as new sites, new species at sites, etc. on their website: birdwatchingincolombia.wordpress.com under the tab "Latest information". 274 pages.

Softback £54.99 £49.99