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Frigate birds

The Frigate birds are the stars of North Seymor island, the male has a large red pouch, which he inflates and makes a funny clattering noise to try and attract a female as she flies over.


From: South America » Ecuador

Ecuadorian  Flag The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A ... [read more]
Blog: Boobies and Volcanoes
Date: September 8th 2005

Only a few minutes after arriving in Ecuador we knew we would like this country, partly it was the beautiful night view we had flying in to Quito, partly the friendly customs people and taxi driver, partly the lack of military presence after Venezuela but mostly it had to do with the tiny people in traditional dress with their smart green hats. They look so wonderfully cute.

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We are South Africans who have been living in London for 6 years. On our way back home we have decided to take a seven month detour via a couple of places we have always wanted to visit / would not get the opportunity to visit once settled in SA. We love wildlife and the wilderness. ... full info
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