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Comedor del Paso, home of the Long-tailed Wood-Partridge in Oaxaca
Don Jacobo Bautista discovered that caring for the birds visiting his restaurant in La Cumbre Ixtepeji, Oaxaca, would connect him with birdwatchers from around the world. Today, species like the Long-tailed Wood-Partridge make this place a special destination for birding and a great example of local conservation.
Sandra Mendiola
Jul 195 min read


In Search of the Unicorn of the Mists
A New Year Birding Expedition and 4 Special Moments Throughout life there are moments you’d want to pause, store in a jar, and keep on a shelf to return to whenever you need them most. For me, many of those moments happen in nature, and birds are often their protagonists: an unexpected close encounter, a perfect pose, an appearance right when you were about to give up. This is the story of a New Year’s expedition in search of the Horned Guan of Tacaná, the so-called unicorn o
Joel Ortega
Jul 1810 min read


Heading to the International Ornithological Congress 2026: How We Are Gearing Up for Birding in Mexico
2026 is a very special year for the ornithological and birding community, as Mexico proudly hosts the International Ornithological Congress (IOC Congress), which is organized by the International Ornithologist Union and the Sociedad para el Estudio y Conservacion de las Aves de Mexico (CIPAMEX). The beautiful city of Mérida, Yucatán will receive scientists from many parts of the world who will present innovative bird research. Since we received the news that we will be the of
Joel Ortega
Jul 172 min read


Living a 12-day Birding Tour through the Yucatan Peninsula
The perfect finale to our birdwatching expedition in Cozumel and the Yucatan Peninsula. Discover the most exciting moments and the endemic species recorded.
Sandra Mendiola
Jul 720 min read


Así se vive un birding tour de 12 días por la península de Yucatán
El broche de oro de nuestro 12-Day Yucatan birdwatching tour. Descubre los mejores momentos, especies endémicas y cuál fue el día favorito del grupo.
Sandra Mendiola
Jul 420 min read


El Santuario del Charrán, Isla Mujeres
Es época de reproducción de los charranes en el caribe mexicano. Aquí, nuestra primera experiencia en el Santuario de los Charranes.
Sandra Mendiola
Jun 9, 20243 min read


Tern Sanctuary, Isla Mujeres
It's nesting season for the terns. Here I'll tell you about our expedition to the famous sanctuary in Isla Mujeres
Sandra Mendiola
Jun 9, 20243 min read
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