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Birdwatching in Máncora: A Day-by-Day Guide to Peru’s Tumbesian Treasures -Birds List Birding Piura

Day 1: A Stunning First Encounter : Birds List Birding Piura

Máncora, Peru – My introduction to birding in this coastal paradise was nothing short of spectacular! In just two hours, I spotted Rufous Flycatcher, Coastal Miner, and a variety of Tumbesian endemics—without even breaking a sweat. The dense mesquite forest (algarrobo) was alive with vibrant calls from species like Tumbes Tyrant, Scarlet-backed Woodpecker, and Streak-headed Woodcreeper. peru bird

Fast Forward 15 Years: A New Beginning in Máncora

After years in California and Lima, I returned to Peru and settled in Quebrada Fernández, an area teeming with Pale-legged Horneros, Scarlet-backed Woodpeckers, and Croaking Ground-Doves. peru bird

Day 2: Preparing for Global Big Day 2018 Birds List Birding Piura

My birding route started before dawn, covering habitats from Fernández Creek’s river mouth to the Angolo Hunting Reserve. I witnessed Chilean Flamingos, Roseate Spoonbills, White-faced Ibises, and numerous migratory shorebirds. Overhead, hundreds of Magnificent Frigatebirds, Neotropic Cormorants, and Blue-footed Boobies filled the sky. peru bird

Day 3: Exploring Dry Forests & Hidden Trails -Birds List Birding Piura

Inland, the dry forest revealed rarities like Crane Hawk, Harris’s Hawk, Sulphur-throated Finch, and Peruvian Meadowlark. Patches of mesquite trees provided excellent sightings of Collared Antshrikes, Necklaced Spinetails, and  Piura Peruvian Pygmy-Owls. peru bird

Day 4+: Expanding the Adventure Birds List Birding Piura

  • Beyond Máncora:
  • Puerto Pizarro Mangroves (Tumbes): Nesting Magnificent Frigatebirds & Yellow Warblers
  • Dry Forest Excursions: A chance to spot the endemic Peruvian Plantcutter
  • Whale-Watching & Pelagic Birding (July–October): Blue-footed Boobies, Waved Albatrosses, and storm-petrels -peru bird

Why Bird in Máncora? peru bird

  • Prime Tumbesian birding with endemics
  • Coastal and dry forest diversity
  • Easy access to mangroves & pelagic species

Day 1: Arrival & Introduction to Máncora’s Hidden Wildlife

Famous for its beaches and surf, this coastal gem in northern Peru is also a birdwatcher’s dream. Settle in, grab your binoculars, and get ready to explore the rich biodiversity of the Tumbesian region Hidden Wildlife . peru bird

Day 2: Exploring La Poza de Barro – A Birding Hotspot in the Dry Forest

Venture to La Poza de Barro, a natural mud spring surrounded by dry forest. Keep an eye out for the Peruvian Thick-knee, Pacific Parrotlet, and the vibrant White-tailed Jay as you hike through this unique ecosystem. peru bird

Day 3: Coastal Birdwatching & Seaside Relaxation

Stroll along Máncora’s shoreline at dawn to spot shorebirds like the Whimbrel and Black Skimmer. After a rewarding morning, savor fresh ceviche, unwind by the ocean, or explore Punta Sal for more birding rainforest  opportunities. peru bird

Day 4: A Day Trip to Amotape National Park – A Birdwatcher’s Dream

Take a trip to Amotape National Park, a sanctuary for rare and endemic birds such as the Grey-and-white Tyrannulet and Long-tailed Mockingbird. A local guide can help you uncover hidden trails and elusive species. peru bird

Day 5: Final Birding Excursion & Departure

Wrap up your birdwatching adventure with a final morning outing. Review your sightings, take in the last glimpses of Máncora’s stunning landscapes, and plan your return to this under-the-radar birding haven. peru bird

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