Dozens of Beautiful Birds Call Dominica Home

The perfect haven for birds is the perfect place for birders.

One of the first things you’ll see in Dominica is a colorful Sisserou parrot right on the Dominica flag. This is the only place in the world where Sisserou and Jaco parrots are found. The Sisserou Parrot, also known as the the Imperial Amazon is found only in Dominica, specifically on the slopes of Morne Diablotin National Park which was established primarily to protect its prime habitat, and in the Morne Trois Pitons National Park. The Jaco Parrot, also known as the Red-Necked Amazon gets its common name from the red feathers found on its lower throat.

Birding can be enjoyed throughout the year, however the peak in breeding for most species is between March and August. Visiting at different times of the year will allow the birder to see a range of species because the main migration periods are from September to November (south bound) migration and February to March (north bound). The ideal time of day for birding is the first three hours after dawn and the last two or three hours before dusk.

 

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Syndicate Nature Trail

Waitukubuli National Trail

Syndicate Nature Trail

Syndicate Nature Trail and Parrot Preserve

Also situated in the western section of the National Park is the Syndicate Nature Trail and Parrot Preserve, which was constructed in 1993 through funding from by RARE Centre for Tropical Conservation and Birdlife International. The trail provides visitors opportunities to experience a genuine tropical rainforest and is a prime birding location. Bird watchers can expect to catch a glimpse of many of the 179 species of birds found on the Nature Island including the Sisserou and Jaco.

Waitukubuli National Trail

Waitukubuli National Trail

The 115 mile-long Waitukubuli National Trail traverses the island and several vegetation zones where birders are sure to encounter a wide variety of rainforest and costal species of birds while hiking the trail segments.

Emerald Pool Trail

Whether you’re planning an extended stay or a day trip from a cruise ship, Emerald Pool is not to be missed when traveling to Dominica. Fed by the clear mountain water ru...