Day 2: Calakmul

We'll be searching for many species, including several endemics of the Yucatan Biogeographic region. A highlight is the Ocellated Turkey, a truly amazing bird and our primary target. We can also expect to find other endemics like the Yucatan Jay, Woodpecker, and Flycatcher, as well as the Yellow-lored Parrot and Rose-throated Tanager. Other possible sightings include the Collared Aracari, Keel-billed Toucan, White-bellied Wren, Russet-naped Wood Rail, Blue Bunting, Gray-throated Chat, Red-capped Manakin, Caribbean Dove, Mayan Anthrush, Great Curassow, Thicket Tinamou, and Ornate Hawk-Eagle. We will pay attention to the woodcreepers in the area, such as the Olivaceous, Tawny-winged, Ivory-billed, Ruddy, and Northern Barred Woodcreeper.​

After birding along the road, we'll arrive at the archaeological site. Here, we'll have the opportunity to find some amazing birds while also learning about the history of this important Mayan city. As we walk along the path to the main pyramids, we will search for birds like the Singing Quail, Slaty-tailed Trogon, Crested Guan, Pale-billed Woodpecker, Northern Bentbill, Stub-tailed Spadebill, Bat Falcon, and others.