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Transparent utfyllnad Heading: Birding Madeira
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!

Madeira Bird News 2009
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One trip report added – 27 September
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Birding sites photos – 21 September
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Resources – 17 September

544 photos of 138 bird species!
15th October: Four new photos by Peter Vercruijsse, Ian Merrill and Lützen Portengen have been added to the photo gallery, of which Bar-tailed Godwit and Green Sandpiper was new.
Brown Booby – the first record for Madeira
15th September: On 1st September 2009 the Dutch birder Max Berlijn spotted an immature Brown Booby Sula leucogaster from the boat Ventura do Mar halfway to Desertas! The bird was rediscovered close to Deserta Grande foraging for 15 minutes. This was the first record for Madeira. Check Max's video stills here»
Kumliens Gull – the first record for Madeira
27th August: On 20th February 2009 the British birder Alan Burkin photographed an adult Kumliens Gull Larus glaucoides kumlieni at Funchal harbour. You'll find the story and photos here» (PDF 175 KB).
Elenora's Falcon – 3rd record
On 14th August 2009 the dutch birder Vincent van der Spek saw an adult Elenora's Falcon of pale morph at Ribeira da Janela. Please view Vincent's photos of the bird here»

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