Belize

Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez, Jorge E. Ruano, Justin R. Dalaba, Justin R. Dalaba, andFrank J. Mazzotti
Other Contacts: Eric Suarez andAaron I. Chimelis

Belize is home to over 605 bird species. At least 20 percent are migrants, choosing to overwinter in the lush tropics and contributing to incredible avifaunal diversity. In northern Belize, migrants are seen earlier than in other parts of the country, making this area a true birder's paradise. Along the New River and associated marshes, a multitude of birds can be seen. Here we present some of the most common and some of the rarest long-legged wading bird species you may encounter along the way.

Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez, Jorge E. Ruano, Justin R. Dalaba, Justin R. Dalaba, andFrank J. Mazzotti
Other Contacts: Eric Suarez andAaron I. Chimelis

Jenna M. Cole, Sarah K. Cooke, Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez, Justin R. Dalaba, and Frank J. Mazzotti

Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez, Rebecca G. Harvey, Frank J. Mazzotti, and William M. Giuliano

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Elizabeth V. Scarlett, Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez, Justin R. Dalaba, Jorge E. Ruano, and Frank J. Mazzotti

More than 500 species of birds visit or live in Belize and because of its location, Northern Belize serves as an important stop-over point and attracts a large majority of migratory birds in addition to its year-round residents. This guide showcases the top 10 raptor species (predatory birds) that you are most likely to encounter while in Northern Belize.