The Humboldt Current holds some of the most productive waters worldwide. Upwelling off the coasts of Chile, Peru and Ecuador raises nutrient levels, cascading into incredible activity at all trophic levels. From a birdwatcher’s standpoint, this oceanic highway offers a great opportunity to connect with most of the Pacific Ocean seabirds at close range from […]

Chile’s capital city offers some great birding opportunities at short driving distances in the wetland of Batuco and the highlands of Farellones: many-colored rush tyrants, condors, ground tyrants, moustached turca and more.