Birds of Belize and Tikal, Guatemala
Known for its biodiversity, Belize is a birder’s paradise with over 600 species, including 40 species of raptors. Belize is a part of the Yucatan Peninsula and is on the migration path for some of our spring and summer species. Lying on the Caribbean Sea, it is bordered by Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the west.
In this presentation, Rich Cimino of Yellowbilled Tours will show us the variety of birds and habitats found in Belize’s majestic tropical rainforests, fertile farmlands, fresh water marshes and swamps, and pine-cashew tree savannah regions. Tikal, the ruins of an ancient Guatemalan city, provides us with many more tropical species.
Rich Cimino has been leading annual field trips to Belize and Guatemala for over 15 years. He is from Marin County and is active in the Altamont Pass Wind Turbine repowering program and other conservation initiatives.