Saffron Finch

Back on the Birds

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March 20th 2006
Well, after a throughly frustrating attempt to post a entry last night, where the computer shut off 3 times while I was attempting to post, I am back to try again. As Samaipata has only one real internet option, I´m stuck back at the same place. Anyway, we made it here safely and had our first of three one day tours in an attempt to find Sara more birds. Based on the last few weeks, I foresee ... read more

South America » Bolivia » Santa Cruz Department » Samaipata

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Bolivia, named after independence fighter Simon BOLIVAR, broke away from Spanish rule in 1825; much of its subsequent history has consisted of a series of nearly 200 coups and counter-coups. Comparatively democratic civilian rule was established in 1... ... read more