Trip Reports

After three years of trying, I was finally able to participate in the Belize Raptor Research Institute’s (BRRI) Belize Bird-a-thon – this is an annual event in which teams across the country race to see as many bird species as … Continue reading →

One of the spectacles we most wanted to see during our trip to Senegal was the gathering of lesser kestrels and scissor-tailed kites at a roost site discovered less than ten years ago. These birds gather in overwhelming numbers: over … Continue reading →

Even without making frequent stops, the road from Saint Louis to Wassadou produced some very attractive species. In fact, our long drive couldn’t have started better – we spotted a carcass alongside the road which had attracted Rüppell’s Vulture (Gyps … Continue reading →

My first visit to Senegal left me wanting more. I was pleasantly surprised to find myself in such a friendly and extraordinarily diverse country. Senegal is extremely rich in wildlife and an attractive destination for anyone  ready to experience the … Continue reading →