Thursday, 16 June 2011 09:25

Bird Watching Basics

Bird watching, often called birding, is the study of avian species through the use of binoculars, telescopes and other visual enhancements. It can also be done by listening to bird calls or by simply watching the birds. Since the majority of bird species are more easily detected by listening than by watching, auditory components are used more often.

Ornithologists typically engage themselves in bird watching because of their scientific study, but many birdwatchers pursue birding simply for the fun of it. For everyone else, bird watching is a leisure activity that is somewhat social and educational.

Published in Birding
Wednesday, 08 June 2011 11:26

The Mexican Wildlife

When it comes to striking wildlife, Mexico is one of the most blessed countries in the world. Home to some of the rarest species of animals, the tropical forests of Mexico provide shelter to many indigenous land and marine animals. 

The Mexican wildlife includes bears, wolves, monkeys, snakes, iguanas, and tapirs; all wandering around the forest day and night. Mexico's tourist attractions also includes beautiful aquatic scenery and fascinating coral reeves for divers. Tourists and travelers can enjoy spending time marveling over the most splendid water animals like whales, sharks, turtles, and swordfishes. Giant manta rays with over fifteen foot wing span and friendly dolphins can also be seen outside the surf line of Santiago Bay, this attracting thousands of vacationers from around the world.

Published in Wildlife Encounters

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Spot Mexican Wildlife on these Tours!

Whale Shark Tour to Isla Mujeres by Land

Swim with Whale Sharks in the clear blue waters of the Caribbean

These friendly creatures are the largest of

$169.00

Whale Shark Tour to Isla Mujeres by Land

Spearfishing Tour

Hunt Mayan style: go spearfishing in Playa del Carmen! You can eat your own fish by lunch or dinner. While spearfishi

$100.00

Spearfishing Tour

Birding Tour Rio Lagartos

Enjoy a full day of bird watching in the Rio Lagartos Reserve with an expert birding guide. Over 370 species can be foun

$199.00

Birding Tour Rio Lagartos

Whale Shark Tour by Air from Cozumel

Fly to Isla Mujeres to swim with Whale Sharks - these friendly creatures are the largest of all sharks! An amazing exper

$314.00

Whale Shark Tour by Air from Cozumel

Tulum & Xel Ha Tour

This is a great combination of the Mayan history at Tulum, the only archaeological site in the area with views of the se

$98.00

Tulum & Xel Ha Tour

Private Birding Tour Cozumel

Go birding at 5 of Cozumel's best birding locations including San Gervacio and Punta Sur, with one of the top birding gu

$179.00

Private Birding Tour Cozumel