29 Nov 2014
White-eyed Parakeet (Psittacara leucophthalmus)
A common species in the Pantanal and in general in South America, and this one I encountered during one of several landings far upstream from Porto Jofre. It…
27 Nov 2014
Monk Parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus)
For some reason this species has evolved very different nesting habits compared to the other parrot species. It's hard work making and maintaining these…
27 Nov 2014
Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus)
This magnificent macaw species is recovering well, and some places in Pantanal you can see many of them. This is one very special couple though, as they have…
16 Nov 2013
Peach-fronted Parakeet (Eupsittula aurea)
My last day at Pousada Xaraés was a wet one, and a totally different setting than the previous two, which were sunny and hot. This group of parakeets look…
16 Nov 2013
Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus)
The sitting bird looks frightened in this photo, but this is all play and fun! This tree is often busy with younger birds (less than 7 years) as well as…
15 Nov 2013
Red-and-green Macaw (Ara chloropterus)
This is perhaps the best time of day as the air has cooled substantially and the light is mellow and soft. Many birds are now preparing for the night, but…
14 Nov 2013
Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus)
It's such joy to see how the hyacinth macaws thrive here at Pousada Xaraés, and they will continue to do so as the owner is truly committed to continuing his…
14 Nov 2013
Black and Gold Howler (Alouatta caraya)
This part of the Pantanal has numerous forested islands. Islands, as they are truly so during the annual floods, but also virtual islands during the dry season…
14 Nov 2013
Black and Gold Howler (Alouatta caraya)
This part of the Pantanal has numerous forested islands. Islands, as they are truly so during the annual floods, but also virtual islands during the dry season…
14 Nov 2013
Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus)
The hyacinth macaw can get very old, and the chicks take a long time to fledge - almost 4 months! After they leave their nest they will spend many years in…