Keel-billed toucan (Ramphastos sulfuratus brevicarinatus)

I wanted to portray the size and magnificent colors of his beak. It would be nearly impossible to come this close to a wild toucan because they are extremely nervous creatures and are spooked by the slightest disturbance. Even with their bright and gaudy colors, they are amazingly cryptic in the trees. You are lucky if you see one at all! (Summit Zoo)

Weeks 3 & 4

February 9th 2008
Birds of the Avocado Tree I might have mentioned in my last entry that I have a huge avocado tree outside my bedroom window. I must say, it is an incredible source of entertainment and excitement during my time off (among other things, of course!) I have seen so many beautiful birds in that tree. I have also taken to waiting quietly with my camera until a bird comes close enough to get a good pho ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Panama » Panamá » Panama Canal

With US backing, Panama seceded from Colombia in 1903 and promptly signed a treaty with the US allowing for the construction of a canal and US sovereignty over a strip of land on either side of the structure (the Panama Canal Zone). The Panama Canal ... ... read more

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