How we go about birding! We are a experienced, patient bird guide easy to get along with, having English as our second language.
I prefer any type of bird - forest, grassland and water birds - in lowland, foothill and highlands terrain.
I am the type who will stay with a flock or follow an army ant swarm until I see every bird and will never get enough going after the same species until everyone within the group is satisfied.
We are not big 'checklisters', but for the record I do keep a day list of observed and heard birds and will share it with participants. And if I see a “lifer” you will notice – there are still some for me.
In my continuous learning process, sometime I need to refer to a field book to double check field marks, silhouette or for the correct name or song.
I don't need to see every bird that I heared and I don't like the overuse of playback. I would rather simply hear a bird and dont see him, rather than call for half an hour with a tape recorder unless it is an specific “target bird” and to have consent of participants.
We are physically fit, and ready to walk long hours if necessary. On tour, the itinerary go from 6:00 am till noon, followed by lunch break and in the afternoon we continue with more birding. If possible, a couple hours of owling will end a good day! Participants put the rhythm.
I look forward to hear from you and help plan a comfortable birding trip to Panama with all your questions answered before any commitment. Let me know your expectations, limitations, accommodation and meal preference.
Best regards!
PD Knowing your interest, apprehensions or limitations to the trip will help us put together a workable plan, facilitating a successful trip.