The numbers of European birdwatchers
that visit the Madeiran archipelago have increased dramatically
in recent years. The reasons for this are many and varied. The
main reason to visit Madeira has always been the endemic bird
species and races. The second reason, and probably the most
interesting one, is the excellent opportunity for watching seabirds
and cetaceans from the mainland or boat crossings between the
nearby islands. The hot spot Porto Moniz, which is the number
one site for sea watching, is certainly a good reason for many
birders to visit Madeira. Add to this a nocturnal trip to Pico
do Areeiro, listening for the endemic Zino's Petrel under a
starry sky and your visit will stay in your memory for a long
time afterwards. And remember, Madeira offers easy birding and
is a perfect destination for a combined holiday with your partner
or family. Every birding site or boat trip has something for
everyone!
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Madeira
Bird News 2008!
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Bird photos (24 new added) –
6/5
» Recent sightings
– 4/5
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Ring-billed Gull video
(3 MB) – 17/4
» One trip report
added – 24/3
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469
photos of 124 bird species!
6th May: 24 new species/photos have been added to the
bird gallery, which now contains 469 photos! Of these 16 species
was new to the gallery! All photos kindly provided by the Dutch
birder Thijs Valkenburg! Many thanks! View
his excellent photos here» |
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This female Red-footed Falcon was seen at Ponta do Pargo along
with three more birds on 1st May 2008. Photo: Thijs
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Greater
Blue-eared Starling
On 18th March a Greater Blue-eared Starling Lamprotornis
chalybaeus was spotted at Caniçal. However, there
is a previous record from February 2003, by the Finnish birder
Jarmo Komi. View
his video here» |
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