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TINAMOUS
1. Great Tinamou (Tinamus major)
[1h]
Heard only. Once from the boardwalk at Sacha
2. Cinereous Tinamou (Crypturellus
cinereus) [2h]
Heard only. Once from the boardwalk (on two days) and once from the
terra firme trails at Sacha.
3. Little Tinamou (Crypturellus soui)
[3h]
Heard only. Once along the river trail and twice along the terra firme
trails at Sacha. They were not persistently vocalizing and may have been
heard by only some participants.
4. Undulated Tinamou (Crypturellus
undulatus) [3]
One was heard on the trail from the tower, and one was heard along the
river trail calling back to Oscar. One was flushed and seen briefly on
the river island near Sacha.
5. Curve-billed Tinamou (Nothoprocta
curvirostris) [3]
Outstanding looks at this normally shy tinamou not once, but three
times! The first one ran across the road at Yanacocha, then flushed from
the adjacent roadside vegetation, giving a piping "pi
pipipipi" call note. The primary vocalization of this species is
unknown. The other two were at Cotopaxi NP, with one running across the
road, pausing for all to view, before vanishing into the roadside
vegetation. The third one gave us the best view of all, as we watched it
in the scope on the paramo for an extended period as it sat perfectly
visible in the shade of a shrub. Incredible!
ANHINGAS
6. American Anhinga (Anhinga anhinga)
[4]
Most were along the Napo River on our way to and from Sacha. One was
soaring with Black Vultures at Coca.
WATERFOWL
7. Speckled (Andean) Teal (Anas
flavirostris) [30]
About equal numbers seen at Lake Papallacta and at Lago Limpiopungo.
More southern birds, which have yellow bills, are likely to be split.
The northern, dark-billed birds that we saw will then be called Andean
Teal (Anas andinum).
8. Yellow-billed Pintail (Anas georgica)
[32]
Excellent scope views of a large group at Lake Papallacta. A couple were
seen more distantly at Lago Limpiopungo.
9. Blue-winged Teal (Anas discors)
[10]
All were on Lago Limpiopungo at Cotopaxi NP.
10. Torrent Duck (Merganetta armata)
[4]
Excellent scope views of a pair near Baeza along the Papallacta Road.
Another pair was seen, and the female scoped, at the Rio Toachi bridge.
HERONS
11. Cocoi Heron (Ardea cocoi) [3]
Two were on the Napo River near Sacha, and one was on the beach there.
12. Great Egret (Ardea alba) [13]
All were along the Napo River.
13. Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) [19]
Most were along the Napo River. One was on the beach at Sacha.
14. Striated Heron (Butorides striatus)
[3]
One was seen by Sue along the Napo River. The others were in the marshy
areas around the lake at Sacha.
15. Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis)
[37]
Most were along the Napo River. Two were on the beach at Sacha.
16. Rufescent Tiger-Heron (Tigrisoma
lineatum) [1]
Great looks at a bird flushed onto a nearby snag along the Orchidea
blackwater stream at Sacha on two separate occasions.
17. Boat-billed Heron (Cochlearius
cochlearius) [4]
Seen near dark as they left their roost along the small lake near Sacha.
OSPREY
18. Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) [3]
All were seen along the Napo River.
VULTURES, KITES, HAWKS & EAGLES
19. Andean Condor (Vultur
gryphus) [2]
An unexpected treat, since there may only be 20 pairs in Ecuador and a
few individuals in Cotopaxi NP, where we had good views of birds flying
at times directly overhead.
20. Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus)
[128]
Most were along the Napo River and at Coca. A few were around Sacha and
one was seen over Quito.
21. Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura)
[7]
Two were at Bellavista and four wer along the Napo River near Coca. One
was along the lower Chiriboga Road.
22. Greater Yellow-headed Vulture (Cathartes
melambrotus) [31]
All were either along the Napo River or overhead at Sacha. One perched
bird was scoped from the canopy tower, providing an excellent view.
23. Swallow-tailed Kite (Elanoides
forficatus) [1]
Excellent view of one hunting low along the lower Chiriboga Road.
24. Double-toothed Kite (Harpagus
bidentatus) [1]
An excellent look at an adult perched overhead along the terra firme
trails at Sacha. Thanks John.
25. Plumbeous Kite (Ictinia plumbea)
[1]
Seen briefly as it was soaring through the trees along the terra firme
trails at Sacha.
26. Snail Kite (Rostrhamus sociabilis)
[9]
All were at Sacha, with most around the lake in front of the lodge. A
couple were flushed from the Orchidea blackwater river.
27. Plain-breasted Hawk (Accipiter
ventralis) [1]
Seen flying overhead from one forest patch to another along the lower
Chiriboga Road. Most current authors consider this a distinct species
from Sharp-shinned Hawk, with which it was previously lumped.
28. Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle (Geranoaetus
melanoleucus) [2]
Both were over the high point of the Papallacta Road as they soared
higher and higher (sorry Ellie) with some Puna Hawks.
29. Puna Hawk (Buteo poecilochrous)
[6]
At least four were in one area at the high point of the Papallacta Road,
providing good looks. A couple others were seen distantly near Lago
Limpiopungo. The reason for an alternate (older) name for this species,
Variable Hawk, was evident from the birds we saw.
30. Roadside Hawk (Buteo magnirostris)
[7]
Most were along the roadsides or riversides, usually on the opposite
side that John was sitting! We finally got great scope views of perched
birds along the Papallacta Road.
31. Slate-colored Hawk (Leucopternis
schistacea) [1]
Seen by a couple people flying into a tree along the Napo River into
which it apparently vanished.
32. Cinereous Harrier (Circus cinereus)
[1]
This bird came into view simultaneously with the Andean Condor at
Cotopaxi NP, cutting our views short. Seen later flying along the back
side of Lago Limpiopungo.
33. Crane Hawk (Geranospiza caerulescens)
[1]
Seen in flight, from above, from the plane, just before landing in Coca
by Sue and Terri.
CARACARAS & FALCONS
34. Laughing Falcon (Herpetotheres
cachinnans) [1]
One seen well, perched along the channel from the boardwalk to the lake
at Sacha, as we paddled back to the lodge in the rain.
35. Black Caracara (Daptrius ater)
[8]
Most were seen along the Napo River, with only one heard at Sacha. The
best views were on our return boat trip to Coca when two flew alongside
the boat and landed on a sand bar.
36. Red-throated Caracara (Daptrius
americana) [8]
Most were seen (and heard, what a racket) from the tower at Sacha. Two
were seen along the river trail there. Best views were on the afternoon
we spent on the tower with two pairs obliging us with scope views.
37. Yellow-headed Caracara (Milvago
chimachima) [6]
Most were along the Napo River. Two were near the beach at Sacha.
38. Carunculated Caracara (Phalcoboenus
carunculatus) [2]
The last bird of the day seen over the Papallacta Road.
39. American Kestrel (Falco sparverius)
[7]
Most were along the new Nono-Mindo Road near Quito. Also seen at
Cotopaxi NP and Metropolitan Park in Quito. This is a resident race that
looks quite different from North American birds. Sorry John, it is
unlikely that it will ever be split!
GUANS, CURASSOWS
& CHACHALACAS
40. Speckled Chachalaca (Ortalis
guttata) [22]
Many were heard from the tower at Sacha, and one distant bird was
scoped. The best view was from our back porch at Sacha, with two birds
in the scope. Before this species was split a few years ago from Little
Chachalaca (Ortalis motmot) it was called the Variable Chachalaca.
NEW WORLD QUAIL
41. Marbled Wood-Quail (Odontophorus
gujanensis) [6h]
Heard only. Pairs were heard duetting from the canopy tower and along
the trails at Sacha.
42. Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus
melanonotus) [4h]
Pairs were heard duetting at Bellavista, with the pair near the road as
we were leaving quite close by.
RAILS
43. Gray-necked Wood-Rail (Aramides
cajanea) [7]
One was seen briefly slipping into vegetation along the Napo River. Four
(!) others were scoped at the lagoon near the river at Sacha. We watched
them hop and chase each other around in a very amusing display. Also
heard calling from the tower.
44. Gray-breasted Crake (Laterallus
exilis) [2h]
Both were called in to within a few feet of us at the river island at
Sacha, but unfortunately they didn't show themselves.
45. Virginia (Ecuadorian) Rail (Rallus
[aequatorialis] limicola) [8h]
Several birds were heard duetting, calling back to tape, and running
around in the marsh at Lago Limpiopungo, but failed to come into view.
This was perhaps the most intriguing puzzle of the trip, as there are no
crakes or rails known from this lake, nor from such a high altitude
(12,500') for that matter! We thought that they could be something else,
like Andean Snipe, a species of Furnariid (Canastero?), or possibly a
species of Hornero, which would never be up so high. But the calls
resembled a crake much more, similar to Virginia Rail but higher pitched
and raspier. Identification of these birds was accomplished by e-mailing
a WAV file of my recording to Mitch Lysinger, who was kind enough to
help us out. This species is a candidate for splitting.
46. Slate-colored Coot (Fulica ardesiaca)
[20]
All were at Lago Limpiopungo and seen well in the scope. This species
was formerly lumped with American Coot, but most have a clear white bill
and frontal shield, but some vary showing yellowish bills and red
bulbous frontal shields. Another name for this species is Andean Coot,
which is equally poor, as there are at least five species of coot that
are exclusively Andean, and all species are slate-colored!
LIMPKIN
47. Limpkin (Aramus guarauna)
[4]
All were at Sacha, including a cooperative individual on the boardwalk
as we were leaving.
SANDPIPERS & SNIPES
48. Lesser Yellowlegs (Tringa
flavipes) [3]
All were at Lago Limpiopungo at Cotopaxi NP.
49. Greater Yellowlegs (Tringa
melanoleuca) [1]
The first shorebird we saw at Lago Limpiopungo at Cotopaxi NP.
50. Spotted Sandpiper (Tringa macularia)
[6]
Most were along the Napo River and at Coca. One was at the Rio Toachi
bridge.
51. Andean Snipe (Gallinago jamesoni)
[2]
Both of these big snipe were flushed from the trail around Lago
Limpiopungo, giving rather husky call notes as they disappeared into the
marsh.
PLOVERS & LAPWINGS
52. Andean Lapwing (Vanellus
resplendens) [35]
Excellent scope views at Lago Limpiopungo, where all were seen.
53. Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis)
[2]
Both were on a sand bar with the next species just before we landed on
the beach at Sacha.
54. Pied Lapwing (Vanellus cayanus)
[34]
Many were on a sand bar just before we landed on the beach at Sacha.
Others were at the lagoon near the river, and along the Napo River.
Excellent scope views.
55. American Golden-Plover (Pluvialis
dominica) [1]
One seen on a sandbar along the Napo River beginning to molt into
breeding plumage.
GULLS & TERNS
56. Andean Gull (Larus serranus)
[6]
Excellent looks, including scope views, at Lago Limpiopungo. We all
agreed, this is a beautiful gull.
57. Large-billed Tern (Phaetusa simplex)
[2]
Both were together along the Napo River on our way from the parrot
salado to the river island.
58. Yellow-billed Tern (Sterna
superciliaris) [12]
Most were seen in flight along the Napo River, but one on the beach at
Sacha allowed scope views.
SKIMMERS
59. Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger)
[2]
Both were together on the Napo River on our way from the parrot salado
to the river island.
PIGEONS & DOVES
60. Band-tailed Pigeon (Columba
fasciata) [8]
Three were at Bellavista, including two giving great views by sitting in
the road in front of the van. Others were flyovers or heard along the
Chiriboga Road. Watch this species in the future. South American birds
may be split, as they differ slightly in plumage and voice from North
American birds.
61. Pale-vented Pigeon (Columba
cayennensis) [2]
One was seen from the beach at Sacha, in the scope, and one was along
the Napo River. Usually much more common.
62. Ruddy Pigeon (Columba subvinacea)
[12]
All were at Sacha, with most heard only, but a couple were scoped from
the canopy tower.
63. Plumbeous Pigeon (Columba plumbea)
[4]
Seen very well in the scope at Bellavista. Surprisingly absent from the
Amazon lowlands where it is usually fairly common.
64. Rock Dove (Columba livia) [13]
Mainly in Quito and Coca, but we weren't really trying!
65. Eared Dove (Zenaida auriculata)
[42]
Most were in Quito, with our best views at Metropolitan Park. one was at
the Bogota, Colombia airport.
66. Black-winged Ground-Dove (Metriopelia
melanoptera) [1]
The bird flushed from the road before we entered the paramo at Cotopaxi
NP was only glimpsed by a couple of people. Usually fairly common on the
high paramo.
67. Gray-fronted Dove (Leptotila
rufaxilla) [5]
Commonly heard at Sacha, with one seen well along the lagoon near the
river.
68. Ruddy Quail-Dove (Geotrygon montana)
[4]
The first one ran off the trail at Sacha, giving a few people a brief
view. Others were heard (mainly by Allen) giving their soft calls along
other trails at Sacha.
69. White-throated Quail-Dove (Geotrygon
frenata) [2]
One was heard (by Allen) at Bellavista. The other was a recently fledged
young found in the road ahead of us along the lower Chiriboga Road. the
bird was captured by two boys on bicycles, but Giovanni took the bird
from them and we released it up the road so they (hopefully) wouldn't
re-find it.
PARROTS
70. Blue-and-yellow Macaw (Ara
ararauna) [2]
Seen by John only, along the Napo River. Given the drastic decline of
all parrots, particularly macaws, along the Napo River in recent years
(even noticeable since 1991), it is not surprising that he didn't
believe what he was seeing.
71. Chestnut-fronted Macaw (Ara severa)
[11]
Most were flying overhead at Sacha, with a few flying over the Napo
giving their raucous calls.
72. Red-bellied Macaw (Ara manilata)
[12]
Given the abundance of Moriche Palms at Sacha, which this species
prefers, we saw remarkably few.
73. Dusky-headed Parakeet (Aratinga
weddellii) [33]
All were in the vicinity of (but not on) the parrot salado along the
Napo River.
74. Maroon-tailed Parakeet (Pyrrhura
melanura) [27]
Most were flyovers at Sacha. Several were seen well in the trees above
our cabins there. A flock was seen, and a few scoped, along the lower
Chiriboga Road.
75. Barred Parakeet (Bolborhynchus
lineola) [2]
Seen by Allen only as they flew quickly overhead at Bellavista.
76. Blue-winged Parrotlet (Forpus
xanthopterygius) [2]
These sparrow-sized parrots were seen in the treetops at the beach at
Sacha as we were preparing to leave.
77. Cobalt-winged Parakeet (Brotogeris
cyanoptera) [80]
Encountered daily at Sacha and along the Napo River, mostly as flyovers.
A small flock landed in our tree at the tower where we had good looks.
78. Black-headed Parrot (Pionites
melanocephala) [3h]
The distinctive calls of this species were heard first as we arrived at
Sacha in the dugout canoes, then again from the canopy tower. We had to
settle for looking at the poor captive ones at the hotel in Coca.
79. Blue-headed Parrot (Pionus menstruus)
[74]
A few flew out of a tree along the river trail at Sacha, and a larger
flock was seen at the parrot salado on the Napo River. Another distant
flock was seen on our boat ride from Sacha to Coca.
80. Red-billed Parrot (Pionus sordidus)
[32]
All were seen in a distant flock, and a separate pair in flight, near
Bellavista Lodge.
81. Speckle-faced Parrot (Pionus
tumultuosus) [2]
Seen flying overhead at Bellavista. Formerly split from Plum-faced
Parrot as White-capped Parrot (Pionus seneloides). These species
have recently been lumped.
82. Yellow-crowned Parrot (Amazona
ochrocephala) [52]
Two were heard giving their raucous calls, containing loud phrases of
"ralph", from the canopy tower at Sacha. All the others were
at the parrot salado on the Napo River.
83. Orange-winged Parrot (Amazona
amazonica) [57]
The first one was a very close perched bird as we were arriving at Sacha,
along the channel between the boardwalk and the lake. Others flew over
the tower and the river trail, and about 30 were at the parrot salado. A
few pairs flew over the beach at Sacha as we prepared to leave.
84. Mealy Parrot (Amazona farinosa)
[50]
Only seen at the parrot salado on the Napo River, where they could be
distinguished from the other two species there by their larger size and
gray-green heads and backs.
CUCKOOS
85. Squirrel Cuckoo (Piaya cayana)
[2]
One was seen well in the canopy along the terra firme trails at Sacha,
and the other was seen briefly along the lower Chiriboga Road.
HOATZIN
86. Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin)
[3]
After tantalizing us by calling near the boat dock at Sacha, then giving
Allen and John a brief view, two birds gave us quite a show, being
visible fully in the open as they clumsily flew from tree to tree along
the lake edge.
ANIS
87. Greater Ani (Crotophaga major)
[43]
A few seen on the waterways around Sacha. About 40 were seen leaving a
roost near the beach as we prepared to leave.
88. Smooth-billed Ani (Crotophaga ani)
[33]
First seen in Coca and from the airport. Also seen daily around Sacha
Lodge. A few were seen on the river island.
TYPICAL OWLS
89. Tropical Screech-Owl (Otus
choliba) [2]
After hearing their soft calls in the late afternoon near the lagoon
along the river trail, Oscar miraculously located them in the scope for
us in the center of a dark tree.
90. Tawny-bellied Screech-Owl (Otus
watsonii) [6]
After hearing them every morning and evening near our cabins at Sacha,
we called in a couple along the boardwalk for good views. Also heard
along the terra firme trails.
91. Crested Owl (Lophostrix cristata)
[1]
Heard every evening, and some mornings, behind our cabins at Sacha. We
finally went out one night and called in this unusual owl with great
views.
92. Spectacled Owl (Pulsatrix
perspicillata) [1]
After hearing one calling behind our cabins one night, we went out on a
different night (it didn't resond the night we called for Crested Owl),
and called one in for great views.
93. Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium
jardinii) [1h]
One was heard calling in the distance along the upper Chiriboga Road.
94. Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium
brasilianus) [8]
Heard each night and most mornings at Sacha, we finally spotlighted the
one behind the dining hall for good views.
95. Black-banded Owl (Strix huhula)
[1h]
Heard giving a couple of short calls along with a Crested Owl, as we
walked back from calling the Spectacled Owl.
POTOOS
96. Great Potoo (Nyctibius grandis)
[3]
Oscar showed us one high up on a day roost along the boardwalk at Sacha,
where we were able to scope it and study its intricate plumage patterns.
Also heard on both occasions we went owling behind our cabins.
97. Gray Potoo (Nyctibius griseus)
[8]
Four were heard from Bellavista Lodge during breakfast, and came closer
in response to our imitations. All others were at Sacha, including one
heard from breakfast a couple of times. We finally spotlighted one along
the edge of the lake. This species has been split from northern birds
(different call), which ranges from Mexico to northern Costa Rica and
Jamaica. Northern birds are now called, appropriately, Northern Potoo (Nyctibius
jamaicensis). Common Potoo was used (and sometimes still is) when
the two forms were lumped.
NIGHTJARS
98. Sand-colored Nighthawk (Chordeiles
rupestris) [50]
Seen roosting on an oil pipeline along the Napo River a few miles from
Coca.
99. Band-winged Nightjar (Caprimulgus
longirostris) [1]
Flushed in front of the van along the road from Nanegalito to Bellavista.
Technically, the first bird of the trip even though not everyone saw it.
100. Lyre-tailed Nightjar (Uropsalis
lyra) [5]
After getting rained out of our attempt to call them in near Bellavista,
we tried along the lower Chiriboga Road a short distance up from the Rio
Toachi bridge, with spectacular success. At least three females were
seen, with two buzzing us just a foot over our heads. Then, a male was
heard calling and located sitting on the rock face right in front of us.
This male then flew up and interacted with another male. The first male
then made one more flight then flew off down the hillside. What a
spectacular and surreal bird!
SWIFTS
101. White-collared Swift (Streptoprocne
zonaris) [134]
The first flock was overhead at Bellavista. Others were overhead at
Sacha on various days, and over the Papallacta Road. The flock over the
lower Chiriboga Road was low and tightly packed, apparently in some sort
of display involving 20+ individuals. Two were also at the high
elevations at Cotopaxi NP.
102. Chestnut-collared Swift (Cypseloides
rutilus) [30]
All were overhead at Bellavista.
103. Short-tailed Swift (Chaetura
brachyura) [66]
All were overhead at Sacha and the Napo River.
104. Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila
cayennensis) [7]
Two were overhead at Sacha Lodge and five were over the lower Chiriboga
Road.
105. Fork-tailed Palm-Swift (Tachornis
squamata) [15]
All were at various areas at Sacha, usually near Moriche Palms, in which
they nest and roost.
HUMMINGBIRDS
106. Rufous-breasted Hermit (Glaucis
hirsuta) [1]
Seen perched briefly by a couple of people on the river island at Sacha.
107. Tawny-bellied Hermit (Phaethornis
syrmatophorus) [1]
Seen briefly near Bellavista Lodge, but only seen well enough for
identification by Allen.
108. Sparkling Violet-ear (Colibri
coruscans} [19]
Flyovers were at Yanacocha and the upper Chiriboga Road. Good views were
at Cotopaxi NP, Metropolitan Park, and the Hotel Quito.
109. Fork-tailed Woodnymph (Thalurania
furcata) [3]
One from the canopy tower and two others from the boardwalk at Sacha.
110. Olive-spotted Hummingbird (Leucippus
chlorocercus) [1]
One fly-by seen by some on the river island at Sacha. A largish
hummingbird with a fairly long, straight bill.
111. Andean Emerald (Amazilia franciae)
[1]
A female was seen perched at about 1900 m elevation on the lower
Chiriboga Road.
112. Rufous-tailed Hummingbird (Amazilia
tzacatl) [1]
One was along the lower Chiriboga Road and one was at the Rio Toachi
bridge.
113. Speckled Hummingbird (Adelomyia
melanogenys) [10]
Most were at Bellavista, where we had excellent looks at the feeders
there. One was seen perched along the lower Chiriboga Road.
114. Fawn-breasted Brilliant (Heliodoxa
rubinoides) [3]
All were at the feeders at Bellavista Lodge where we had excellent looks
at a couple of males with glowing pale pink throat spots.
115. Ecuadorian Hillstar (Oreotrochilus
chimborazo) [1]
A female was seen briefly along the trail around Lago Limpiopungo. this
species has been split from the more southern Andean Hillstar, and is
now nearly endemic to Ecuador.
116. Mountain Velvetbreast (Lafresnaya
lafresnayi) [1]
Seen very well along the upper Chiriboga Road.
117. Great Sapphirewing (Pterophanes
cyanopterus) [1]
The very large hummingbird with the bat-like flight flying overhead in
the fog at Yanacocha.
118. Collared Inca (Coeligena torquata)
[25]
All were at Bellavista, with the best views at the feeders there.
119. Buff-winged Starfrontlet (Coeligena
lutetiae) [2h]
Unfortunately, this species' distinctive beeping, buzzy call is all that
was noted. Heard at Yanacocha and the Papallacta Road.
120. Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera
ensifera) [1]
A female was seen in the scope along the Papallacta Road. What a bill!
121. Buff-tailed Coronet (Boissoneaua
flavescens) [40]
All were at Bellavista where it was the most abundant hummingbird. Great
views at the feeders.
122. Gorgeted Sunangel (Heliangelus
strophianus) [6]
Most were at Bellavista, including one at the feeder. One along the road
there showed off its gorget the best. One was along the upper Chiriboga
Road. Endemic to Ecuador.
123. Sapphire-vented Puffleg (Eriocnemis
luciani) [2]
One was seen by some, and identified by Allen, at Bellavista. Good views
of the one along the road up to Yanacocha.
124. Black-tailed Trainbearer (Lesbia
victoriae) [2]
Both were along the trail around Lago Limpiopungo, and the male was seen
well in the scope. What a tail!
125. Green-tailed Trainbearer (Lesbia
nuna) [1]
A male was seen by most in the gardens of the Hotel Quito.
126. Purple-backed Thornbill (Ramphomicron
microrhynchum) [1]
Excellent scope views of a brilliant male along the upper Chiriboga
Road. Has the shortest bill of any hummingbird.
127. Viridian Metaltail (Metallura
williami) [1]
Excellent view of a brilliant male perched next to the road along the
upper Chiriboga Road.
128. Tyrian Metaltail (Metallura
tyrianthina) [6]
One was heard in the fog at Yanacocha and one was seen well feeding on
roadside flowers on the upper Chiriboga Road. Others were at Cotopaxi
NP.
129. Blue-mantled Thornbill (Chalcostigma
stanleyi) [2]
One was seen in the fog, mist, and wind at the radio towers at the peak
of the Papallacta Road. The other provided great views in the scope,
even showing off its narrow throat gorget.
130. Long-tailed Sylph (Aglaiocercus
kingi) [1]
A female was seen along the road to Yanacocha.
131. Violet-tailed Sylph (Aglaiocercus
coelestis) [1]
A beautiful male with a full tail was seen at the feeders at Bellavista.
Wow!
132. Long-billed Starthroat (Heliomaster
longirostris) [1]
Seen by a few, perched in the top of a distant tall tree, from the boat
dock at Sacha.
TROGONS
133. Crested Quetzal (Pharomachrus
antisianus) [2]
The first bird of the trip, and what a show-off! Excellent scope views
of a pair feeding on fruit along the road from Nanegalito to Bellavista.
The male is more crested than the field guide shows.
134. Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus
auriceps) [4]
The first bird of our second day! Great looks at a pair at Bellavista.
Another pair was along the lower Chiriboga Road, and provided great
looks.
135. White-tailed Trogon (Trogon viridis)
[8]
All were at Sacha. Excellent scope views of males and females from the
canopy tower.
136. Masked Trogon (Trogon personatus)
[1h]
Heard at Bellavista. Usually a common species at middle elevations in
the Andes.
137. Violaceous Trogon (Trogon violaceus)
[1]
A male was seen well directly overhead along the boardwalk at Sacha.
KINGFISHERS
138. Ringed Kingfisher (Ceryle
torquata) [4]
The first one was along the Napo River. One was along the Orchidea
blackwater river where it looked huge. Two more flew over the beach at
Sacha as we prepared to leave.
139. Green Kingfisher (Chloroceryle
americana) [2]
One was along the Napo River and one was at the beach at Sacha as we
prepared to leave.
140. Green-and-rufous Kingfisher (Chloroceryle
inda) [1]
Seen as it flew, and called, overhead when we flushed it along the
Orchidea blackwater river at Sacha.
MOTMOTS
141. Broad-billed Motmot (Electron
platyrhynchum) [1h]
Heard by Allen along the road at Bellavista.
142. Blue-crowned Motmot (Momotus momota)
[7h]
All were at Sacha. None ever called close enough to even try a tape.
JACAMARS
143. White-eared Jacamar (Galbalcyrhynchus
leucotis) [2]
One seen high in a tree on the shore of the Napo River and another seen
well (and lower) on the river island.
144. White-chinned Jacamar (Galbula
tombacea) [6]
Several were heard and a couple glimpsed along the Orchidea blackwater
river on our first attempt. Two were seen well on our second trip to the
same area.
PUFFBIRDS
145. White-necked Puffbird (Notharchus
macrorhynchus) [2]
Seen well in the scope from the canopy tower at Sacha.
146. Pied Puffbird (Notharchus tectus)
[2]
Seen well in the scope from the canopy tower at Sacha. One landed close
by in our tree for even better views.
147. Chestnut-capped Puffbird (Bucco
macrodactylus) [1]
Seen briefly in the top of an open Cecropia tree at the beach at Sacha.
148. Collared Puffbird (Bucco capensis)
[1h]
Heard calling by Allen along the terra firme trails at Sacha, but did
not seem to respond to tape.
149. Black-fronted Nunbird (Monasa
nigrifrons) [12]
First seen on the boardwalk at Sacha, then along the river trail. One
was in a tree along the Napo River on our departure boat trip. Several
were heard.
150. White-fronted Nunbird (Monasa
morphoeus) [12]
Scoped at very close range from the canopy tower at Sacha. We watched
one bird catch an Anolis lizard and offer it to another bird,
then it tried to take it back! Others were seen and heard on the terra
firme trails at Sacha.
151. Swallow-winged Puffbird (Chelidoptera
tenebrosa) [12]
First seen high in the trees along the Napo River. Best views were in
the scope from the canopy tower at Sacha. Also seen along the terra
firme trails there.
BARBETS
152. Scarlet-crowned Barbet (Capito
aureovirens) [4]
Seen well along the river trail at Sacha in response to tape. Also heard
on the river island and at the beach while we prepared to depart.
153. Black-spotted Barbet (Capito niger)
[9]
First seen, and three scoped, from the canopy tower at Sacha, providing
stunning views. Additional views from other trails, and several heard.
154. Red-headed Barbet (Eubucco
bourcieri) [2]
First a very colorful female, then a brilliant male, were seen along the
lower Chiriboga Road. Thanks John..
155. Toucan Barbet (Semnornis
ramphastinus) [5h]
Heard only. All were at Bellavista where they were calling infrequently
and not responding to tape.
TOUCANS
156. Emerald Toucanet (Aulacorhynchus
prasinus) [1]
A well-concealed bird along the Papallacta Road that came in to tape.
157. Crimson-rumped Toucanet (Aulacorhynchus
haematopygus) [1h]
Heard by some in the distance along the lower Chiriboga Road.
158. Pale-mandibled Aracari (Pteroglossus
erythropygius) [12]
All were in one flock along the lower Chiriboga Road. Seen well in the
scope. Recently split from the similar-appearing Collared Aracari from
Central America. Endemic to Ecuador.
159. Many-banded Aracari (Pteroglossus
pluricinctus) [13]
Excellent scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha. The most
frequently encountered aracari along the trails at Sacha. One, along the
Napo River near Coca, had only a single dark belly band.
160. Lettered Aracari (Pteroglossus
inscriptus) [2]
One seen well along the terra firme trails at Sacha, and one scoped from
near our cabins. Thanks Sue.
161. Ivory-billed Aracari (Pteroglossus
azara) [1]
Excellent scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha.
162. Golden-collared Toucanet (Selenidera
reinwardtii) [3]
Excellent scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha, including one bird
doing a teeter-totter while calling. Cool!
163. Plate-billed Mountain-Toucan (Andigena
laminirostris) [6]
All were at Bellavista. Easy to hear, not so easy to see! Two flew over
the road at one point, and one perched along the A trail showed parts of
himself to most people.
164. Yellow-ridged Toucan (Ramphastos
culminatus) [1h]
Heard calling near the boat dock on arrival at Sacha, but not
thereafter. Usually a commonly encountered Amazonian species.
165. Cuvier's Toucan (Ramphastos cuvieri)
[5]
Heard upon arrival at Sacha, and a couple of times after, but the only
one seen was along the terra firme trails. Usually a commonly
encountered Amazonian species. This species may be lumped with the
Red-billed Toucan in the forthcoming field guide to Ecuador, with the
combined species name being White-throated Toucan.
WOODPECKERS
166. Crimson-mantled Woodpecker (Piculus
rivoli) [2]
Both were well-seen by most at Bellavista.
167. Chestnut Woodpecker (Celeus elegans)
[1]
Oscar called one in along the river trail at Sacha.
168. Scale-breasted Woodpecker (Celeus
grammicus) [2]
Good views of a bird in our tree at the canopy tower at Sacha. Another
was heard along the trails.
169. Cream-colored Woodpecker (Celeus
flavus) [1]
Excellent, but brief, view of this large, yellow woodpecker from the
canopy tower at Sacha. Thanks Sue.
170. Lineated Woodpecker (Dryocopus
lineatus) [4]
One was scoped from the canopy tower at Sacha and another was seen along
the river trail. A couple were heard along the terra firme trails.
171. Yellow-tufted Woodpecker (Melanerpes
cruentatus) [6]
Excellent scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha. Also seen daily
near the lodge and a couple were seen along the Napo River.
172. Little Woodpecker (Veniliornis
passerinus) [5]
Two were seen high in the trees from the river trail at Sacha. One was
in a tree along the Napo River and two were heard on the river island.
173. Crimson-crested Woodpecker (Campephilus
melanoleucos) [2]
One seen well, but briefly, from the canopy tower at Sacha. Another was
seen along the terra firme trails.
174. Powerful Woodpecker (Campephilus
pollens) [1]
Heard drumming a double tap at Bellavista. The only large woodpecker
here.
WOODCREEPERS
175. Olivaceous Woodcreeper (Sittasomus
griseicapillus) [1]
Seen well, in our tree, from the canopy tower at Sacha. This species
varies greatly throughout Central and South America in both appearance
and vocalizations, and may eventually be split into three or more
species.
176. Cinnamon-throated Woodcreeper (Dendrexetastes
rufigula) [4]
Excellent looks from the canopy tower at Sacha of this large woodcreeper
with the big greenish bill. Others were heard along the varzea and terra
firme trails at Sacha.
177. Black-banded Woodcreeper (Dendrocolaptes
certhia) [3]
Mostly heard from the boardwalk at Sacha, but on our departure one
provided a brief glimpse to some.
178. Strong-billed Woodcreeper
(Xiphocolaptes
promeropirhynchus) [1]
Excellent looks at a very close bird at eye-level in a small tree near
Bellavista.
179. Straight-billed Woodcreeper (Xiphorhynchus
picus) [1]
Heard in the dim morning light as we paddled across the lake at Sacha.
Responded to tape by flying across in front of us.
180. Spix's Woodcreeper (Xiphorhynchus
spixii) [1]
Heard and seen briefly from the terra firme trails at Sacha.
181. Buff-throated Woodcreeper (Xiphorhynchus
guttatus) [3]
All were seen fairly well from the tower and the terra firme trails at
Sacha. Birds from northern Venezuela and Trinidad are much smaller
(2" smaller) and have whiter throats, and have been split to Cocoa
Woodcreeper (Xiphorhynchus susurrans).
182. Montane Woodcreeper (Lepidocolaptes
lacrimyger) [2]
Excellent looks at Bellavista, especially of the one in the single small
tree in the open field. Has been split from Central American
Spot-crowned Woodcreeper (Lepidocolaptes affinis).
OVENBIRDS
183. Stout-billed Cinclodes (Cinclodes
excelsior) [3]
One seen well along the Papallacta Road and two seen well from the van
at Cotopaxi NP. Nearly endemic to Ecuador.
184. Bar-winged Cinclodes (Cinclodes
fuscus) [55]
Many were encountered on the Papallacta Road and at Cotopaxi NP.
Excellent views.
185. Lesser Hornero (Furnarius minor)
[9]
One seen briefly as it flushed from the shore of a river island along
the Napo River. Frequently heard on the river island near Sacha, with
two eventually being seen flying past us.
186. Andean Tit-Spinetail (Leptasthenura
andicola) [2]
Seen briefly along the Papallacta Road.
187. Azara's Spinetail (Synallaxis
azarae) [58]
Common at Bellavista and along the Chiriboga Road. With some work, we
saw a few of them fairly well. A few were also heard at Yanacocha. The
race we saw (S. a. elegantior) may be split in the future.
188. Dark-breasted Spinetail (Synallaxis
albigularis) [1]
With some work, seen well by everyone on the river island near Sacha.
189. White-bellied Spinetail (Synallaxis
propinqua) [20]
This river island specialist gave brief views to most, but was much more
commonly heard, on the river island near Sacha.
190. Red-faced Spinetail (Cranioleuca
erythrops) [2]
One seen in a somewhat distant vine-tangled tree near Bellavista, and
one heard along the lower Chiriboga Road.
191. Parker's Spinetail (Cranioleuca
vulpecula) [6]
This river island specialist was recently split (November 1997) from
Rusty-backed Spinetail (C. vulpina), which does not inhabit river
islands. They gave only glimpses on the river island near Sacha.
192. Streak-backed Canastero (Asthenes
wyatti) [1]
Seen briefly by Allen only, along the Papallacta Road.
193. Many-striped Canastero (Asthenes
flammulata) [2]
Seen briefly by some at Cotopaxi NP. The small, dark, streaked bird
running on the ground.
194. Pearled Treerunner (Margarornis
squamiger) [7]
Seen well at Bellavista, including one in a tree in the middle of a
field! One was seen at Yanacocha and another along the Papallacta Road.
195. Striped Treehunter (Thripadectes
holostictus) [1]
Excellent looks, especially for a treehunter, along the upper Chiriboga
Road where it responded well to tape.
196. Streak-capped Treehunter (Thripadectes
virgaticeps) [1h]
Heard once, giving its loud sharp calls, at Bellavista.
197. Chestnut-winged Hookbill (Ancistrops
strigilatus) [2]
Seen well in a treetop along the terra firme trail at Sacha.
198. Dusky-cheeked Foliage-Gleaner (Automolus
dorsalis) [1]
Heard and briefly glimpsed on the river island near Sacha. Often called
Crested Foliage-Gleaner even though it has no crest!
199. Black-tailed Leaftosser (Sclerurus
caudacutus) [1h]
Heard briefly calling along the terra firme trails at Sacha.
ANTBIRDS
200. Castelnau's Antshrike (Thamnophilus
cryptoleucus) [2]
This river island specialist was heard on the island near Sacha.
201. Plain-winged Antshrike (Thamnophilus
schistaceus) [2]
One seen well on the trail on the way back from the canopy tower at
Sacha responding to tape. Another was heard along the terra firme
trails. Sometimes called Black-capped Antshrike, but not all races have
a black cap (including the one we saw).
202. Dusky-throated Antshrike (Thamnomanes
ardesiacus) [4]
Fairly easily seen along the terra firme trails at Sacha. May be lumped
with Saturnine Antshrike (Thamnomanes saturninus), which would be
the name of the combined species.
203. Dugand's Antwren (Herpsilochmus
dugandi) [6]
Seen well from the canopy tower at Sacha. Others were heard (calling
from the canopy) along varzea and terra firme trails. Recently split
from Spot-tailed Antwren (Herpsilochmus sticturus). Nearly
endemic to Ecuador.
204. Plain-throated Antwren (Myrmotherula
hauxwelli) [1]
A male eventually seen well along the terra firme trails at Sacha.
Usually one of the commonest understory birds in Amazonian forests.
205. Long-tailed Antbird (Drymornis
caudata) [2]
The one at Bellavista was comfortable calling back to the tape from
wherever he was in the undergrowth. The one along the lower Chiriboga
Road was seen well by most.
206. Gray Antbird (Cercomacra
cinerascens) [3h]
This bird's characteristic grinding song was heard along varzea trails
at Sacha. Usually more numerous.
207. Black-faced Antbird (Myrmoborus
myotherinus) [1]
A female seen briefly, but well, by some along the terra firme trails at
Sacha.
208. Dot-backed Antbird (Hylophylax
naevia) [1]
Heard responding to tape, and glimpsed briefly by Allen, along the
blackwater river on the way to the tower at Sacha.
209. Scale-backed Antbird (Hylophylax
poecilonota) [3]
Seen well by most along the terra firme trails at Sacha, where we were
trying for the Thrush-like Antpitta. Others were heard as well.
210. Warbling Antbird (Hypocnemis
cantator) [2]
Both came in to tape and were eventually seen well by most along the
terra firme trails during our quest for the Thrush-like Antpitta.
Usually very common in Amazonian forests.
211. Silvered Antbird (Sclateria naevia)
[10]
Several seen well and others heard along the blackwater river on the way
to the tower at Sacha. Birds in Trinidad don't have pale underparts, but
are not being considered for splitting. The calls are the same.
212. Black-and-white Antbird (Myrmochanes
hemileucurus) [1]
This river island specialist was seen fairly well by most on the island
near Sacha.
213. Plumbeous Antbird (Myrmeciza
hyperythra) [5]
All were heard, and one seen briefly by a few, along the blackwater
river on the way to the canopy tower at Sacha.
214. Sooty Antbird (Myrmeciza fortis)
[2]
Both were seen, one male and one female, briefly along the terra firme
trails at Sacha.
215. White-shouldered Antbird (Myrmeciza
melanoceps) [3]
Heard along varzea trails at Sacha, then seen briefly along the
boardwalk. Usually a very common Amazonian bird, at least by sound. The
song sounds like a Tufted Titmouse.
216. Black-spotted Bare-eye (Phlegopsis
nigromaculata) [1h]
Heard a couple of times along the boardwalk at Sacha.
ANTTHRUSHES & ANTPITTAS
217. Black-faced Antthrush (Formicarius
analis) [2]
One heard along the boardwalk and another seen well, with effort, along
the terra firme trails at Sacha. Usually much more frequently heard.
218. Black-headed Antthrush (Formicarius
nigricapillus) [1h]
Heard only by Allen at Bellavista.
219. Striated Antthrush (Chamaeza
nobilis) [4]
All were heard along the terra firme trails at Sacha, and one responded
to tape after 45 minutes of effort, eventually running across the trail.
As this species is not particularly striated, an alternate name of Noble
Antthrush has been proposed.
220. Tawny Antpitta (Grallaria quitensis)
[19]
Most were heard calling, often distantly, at Yanacocha, Papallacta Road,
and Cotopaxi NP. One was lured in with a tape along the Papallacta Road
with good views for some. An easy antpitta.
221. Rufous Antpitta (Grallaria rufula)
[2h]
Heard at Yanacocha and the upper Chiriboga Road, neither close enough to
lure in with tape.
222. Chestnut-crowned Antpitta (Grallaria
ruficapilla) [18h]
Frequently heard calling distantly at Bellavista, Yanacocha, and the
Chiriboga Road. Only one was close enough to tape, on the Chiriboga
Road, but it didn't come out.
223. Thrush-like Antpitta (Myrmothera
campanisona) [1]
Seen well by most, after an hour and a half of effort, along the terra
firme trails at Sacha. Usually heard more frequently, but not common.
GNATEATERS
224. Chestnut-belted Gnateater (Conopophaga
aurita) [2h]
REsponded somewhat to tape along the terra firme trails at Sacha, but
never showed.
TAPACULOS
225. Rusty-belted Tapaculo (Liosceles
thoracicus) [5]
Most were heard, along varzea and terra firme trails at Sacha. One was
seen afer about 30 minutes of taping.
226. Unicolored Tapaculo (Scytalopus
unicolor) [3h]
Heard at Yanacocha briefly, and along the upper Chiriboga Road. Usually
more numerous.
227. Nariņo Tapaculo (Scytalopus
vicinior) [1h]
Heard by Allen, and part of the call taped, in the distance at
Bellavista.
228. Spillman's Tapaculo (Scytalopus
spillmani) [22]
Frequently heard at Bellavista and along the Chiriboga Road. John was
lucky enough to get a glimpse of one. Split from Brown-rumped Tapaculo (Scytalopus
latebricola) and nearly endemic to Ecuador.
229. Ocellated Tapaculo (Acropternis
orthonyx) [1h]
Heard by some along the road to Yanacocha.
COTINGAS
230. White-browed Purpletuft (Iodopleura
isabellae) [1]
Excellent scope views of this tiny cotinga from the canopy tower at
Sacha.
231. Red-crested Cotinga (Ampelion
rubrocristatus) [10]
Good views in the scope along the Papallacta Road and excellent scope
views of several, including juveniles, along the upper Chiriboga Road.
232. Green-and-black Fruiteater (Pipreola
riefferi) [4]
All were at Bellavista where most were heard, but on was seen briefly by
most (seen well by John).
233. Plum-throated Cotinga (Cotinga
maynana) [3]
Excellent close scope views of a male from the canopy tower at Sacha,
followed by a female at the same spot, on our afternoon there. Another
distant male was scoped as well.
234. Spangled Cotinga (Cotinga cayana)
[1]
Excellent close scope view of a male from the tower at Sacha on our
morning there.
235. Cinereous Mourner (Laniocera
hypopyrrha) [1]
Good looks from the canopy tower at Sacha. Wing and tail spots were
brighter than the field guide shows.
236. Olivaceous Piha (Lipaugus
cryptolophus) [1h]
Heard calling once near Bellavista.
237. Screaming Piha (Lipaugus vociferans)
[1h]
Only heard along the terra firme trails at Sacha. Usually very
conspicuous vocally, and much more common.
238. Bare-necked Fruitcrow (Gymnoderus
foetidus) [1]
Seen flying distantly by some from the canopy tower at Sacha.
239. Purple-throated Fruitcrow (Querula
purpurata) [9]
Most were seen well from the canopy tower at Sacha. Several were seen
flying from tree to tree with their exaggerated woodpecker-like flight.
Excellent scope views of one perched near the tower.
240. Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus
ornatus) [4]
All were seen from the canopy tower on our morning there, including one
in the scope.
241. Andean Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola
peruviana) [2]
A male and female seen by some at the Rio Toachi bridge at the lower end
of the Chiriboga Road.
MANAKINS
242. Wire-tailed Manakin (Pipra
filicauda) [1]
A male seen briefly but well along the trail from the canopy tower at
Sacha.
243. Blue-crowned Manakin (Pipra
coronata) [3]
Seen well in the scope along the trail from the canopy tower at Sacha.
Others were heard along the terra firme trails.
244. Blue-backed Manakin (Chiroxiphia
pareola) [1]
Eventually lured in for good views with a tape along the terra firme
trails at Sacha.
245. Orange-crested Manakin (Heterocercus
aurantiivertex) [4]
Seen well by all along the blackwater river on our second trip to the
canopy tower at Sacha. Endemic to Ecuador, being found only along a
short stretch of the Napo River.
246. Dwarf Tyrant-Manakin (Tyranneutes
stolzmanni) [3]
Excellent scope views of this kinglet-sized manakin along the trail from
the canopy tower at Sacha. Others wer heard along the terra firme
trails. Usually more common.
247. Wing-barred Piprites (Piprites
chloris) [1h]
Heard distantly by Allen along the terra firme trails at Sacha.
TYRANT FLYCATCHERS &
ALLIES
248. White-crested Elaenia (Elaenia
albiceps) [3]
Seen briefly by Allen at Bellavista and along the new Nono-Mindo Road.
One seen by some along the upper Chiriboga Road. This austral migrant is
usually more common.
249. Sierran Elaenia (Elaenia
pallatangae) [1]
Seen well by some at Bellavista. Usually more numerous.
250. Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet (Tyrannulus
elatus) [2h]
This canopy-dweller was heard along the river trail and on the river
island at Sacha. Usually more numerous, at least by sound.
251. Slender-footed Tyrannulet (Zimmerius
gracilipes) [1]
Seen well from the canopy tower at Sacha.
252. White-tailed Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus
poecilocercus) [8]
Most were at Bellavista where brief views were had by some. Also heard
along the Chiriboga Road.
253. White-banded Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus
stictopterus) [8]
Eventually seen well by all, with birds at Bellavista, Papallacta, and
along the upper Chiriboga Road.
254. White-throated Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus
leucophrys) [1]
Seen well by most along the Papallacta Road. Usually more numerous.
255. Lesser Wagtail-Tyrant (Stigmatura
napensis) [6]
Most eventually got good views of this river island specialist on the
island near Sacha. This species is essentially endemic to the Napo River
in Ecuador and northern Peru.
256. Torrent Tyrannulet (Serpophaga
cinerea) [1]
Seen well by all bathing and flycatching in the river along the upper
Chiriboga Road.
257. Tufted Tit-Tyrant (Anairetes
parulus) [2]
Glimpsed briefly by some along the Papallacta Road.
258. Agile Tit-Tyrant (Anairetes agilis)
[3]
Seen well by most in a small flock along the upper Chiriboga Road.
259. Streak-necked Flycatcher (Mionectes
striaticollis) [1]
Seen well by most near Bellavista, flicking its wings and with a
tear-drop eye-ring like a Ruby-crowned Kinglet.
260. Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant (Lophotriccus
vitiosus) [1h]
Heard along the lower Chiriboga Road, but didn't respond well to tape.
261. Double-banded Pygmy-Tyrant (Lophotriccus
vitiosus) [1]
Seen briefly by some along the terra firme trails at Sacha.
262. Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant (Pseudotriccus
ruficeps) [1]
Heard and seen briefly by Allen near Bellavista.
263.Yellow-browed Tody-Flycatcher
(Todirostrum chrysocrotaphum)
[3]
Seen well by all from the canopy tower at Sacha.
264. Rufous-crowned Tody-Tyrant (Poecilotriccus
ruficeps) [2h]
A pair heard calling briefly by Allen along the lower Chiriboga Road.
265. Yellow-margined Flycatcher (Tolmomyias
assimilis) [7]
Seen well by all from the canopy tower at Sacha. Others heard from
varzea and terra firme trails.
266. Cinnamon Flycatcher (Pyrrhomyias
cinnamomea) [3]
Seen briefly at Bellavista, and excellent scope views along the upper
Chiriboga Road. usually more common.
267. Fuscous Flycatcher (Cnemotriccus
fuscatus) [1]
Seen well by most on the river island near Sacha.
268. Eastern Wood-Pewee (Contopus virens)
[1]
Heard calling, then seen, along the river trail at Sacha.
269. Smoke-colored Pewee (Contopus
fumigatus) [1]
Scoped in the distance at Bellavista. Usually more common.
270. Vermilion Flycatcher (Pyrocephalus
rubinus) [1]
Seen by all at Metropolitan Park in Quito on our last day.
271. Black Phoebe (Sayornis nigricans)
[10]
Seen well along rivers on the Papallacta Road and the Chiriboga Road.
Although the South American form is distinct with its white wing bars,
it apparently will remain lumped as Black Phoebe.
272. Black-billed Shrike-Tyrant (Agriornis
montana) [1]
Seen briefly in a shrub at Cotopaxi NP, showing its mostly white tail
when it flew.
273. Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant (Muscisaxicola
alpina) [25]
All were on the high paramo at Cotopaxi NP.
274. Streak-throated Bush-Tyrant (Myiotheretes
striaticollis) [2]
Seen briefly by a few along the new Nono-Mindo Road. Usually more
numerous.
275. Rufous-breasted Chat-Tyrant (Ochthoeca
rufipectoralis) [2]
One seen briefly by most along the Papallacta Road, and another seen
well by all on the upper Chiriboga Road.
276. Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant (Ochthoeca
fumicolor) [2]
Seen well by most along the Papallacta Road.
277. Drab Water-Tyrant (Ochthornis
littoralis) [7]
All were seen from boats along the shores of the Napo River. Eventually
everyone got a satisfactory view.
278. Bright-rumped Attila (Attila
spadiceus) [2h]
Heard briefly on two days on trails at Sacha.
279. Short-crested Flycatcher (Myiarchus
ferox) [10]
One was seen well by most near the lodge at Sacha. Many were heard on
the river island.
280. Dusky-capped Flycatcher (Myiarchus
tuberculifer) [1]
Seen well from the canopy tower at Sacha.
281. Boat-billed Flycatcher (Megarynchus
pitangua) [6]
Heard daily at Sacha, with a couple seen well.
282. Great Kiskadee (Pitangus
sulphuratus) [8]
Heard daily at Sacha, with a couple seen well. Two were seen at the Coca
airport.
283. Lesser Kiskadee (Philohydor lictor)
[1h]
Heard from the marsh on the lake in front of Sacha lodge.
284. Social Flycatcher (Myiozetetes
similis) [15]
Seen daily at Sacha, and two seen at the Coca airport.
285. Gray-capped Flycatcher (Myiozetetes
granadensis) [4]
One seen well on our arrival at Sacha. Others seen and heard there on
varzea trails.
286. Golden-crowned Flycatcher (Myiodynastes
chrysocephalus) [2]
Seen briefly near Bellavista and seen well by all along the lower
Chiriboga Road.
287. Piratic Flycatcher (Legatus
leucophaius) [5]
Seen or heard daily at Sacha.
288. Sulphury Flycatcher (Tyrannopsis
sulphurea) [1]
Seen well by all from the canopy tower at Sacha as it flew into our
tree.
289. Fork-tailed Flycatcher (Tyrannus
savana) [12]
Seen well at Sacha, along the river trail, on the river island, and
behind our cabins.
290. Tropical Kingbird (Tyrannus
melancholicus) [40]
Seen and heard almost daily. Only absent from higher elevations, such as
the Papallacta Road and Cotopaxi NP.
291. Eastern Kingbird (Tyrannus tyrannus)
[44]
One seen along the river trail and a small flock behind our cabins at
Sacha. A sizeable flock was along the Napo River on our boat trip back
to Coca. In winter, this species travels in flocks eating fruit, more
like a Cedar Waxwing than a flycatcher!
292. Barred Becard (Pachyramphus
versicolor) [1]
A male seen briefly by Allen only, just as the Tanager Finch appeared,
at Bellavista.
293. Pink-throated Becard (Pachyramphus
minor) [3]
A male and female were seen well, the male scoped from the canopy tower
at Sacha. Later, a female was seen along the terra firme trails.
294. Black-crowned Tityra (Tityra
inquisitor) [3]
Single males were seen well along the river trail, on the river island,
and along the terra firme trails at Sacha. This is usually the least
common of the three species of tityra in the Amazon rainforest.
JAYS & CROWS
295. Turquoise Jay (Cyanolyca
turcosa) [11]
Heard and seen briefly at Bellavista. Good views along the Papallacta
Road. Heard along the upper Chiriboga Road.
296. Violaceous Jay (Cyanocorax
violaceus) [38]
All were in the Sacha area with most along the river trail. Good views
from the canopy tower.
297. Green Jay (Cyanocorax yncas)
[5]
Seen well from the overlook at the river near Baeza along the Papallacta
Road. South American birds east of the Andes have entirely white napes,
and may be split and called Inca Jay (Cyanoxorax yncas). This
will require the Green Jay's Latin name to be changed to (Cyanocorax
luxuosus).
DIPPERS
298. White-capped Dipper (Cinclus
leucocephalus) [3]
The first one was seen only by Sue along the Papallacta Road. Most saw
one at the river overlook near Baeza, and all saw the one at the Rio
Toachi bridge.
VIREOS & ALLIES
299. Red-eyed Vireo (Vireo
olivaceus) [6]
All were seen from the canopy tower at Sacha. The race in South America,
formerly split as Chivi Vireo, is yellower than North American birds.
300. Yellow-green Vireo (Vireo
flavoviridis) [1]
Seen by Allen from the canopy tower at Sacha. This bird had entirely
yellow underparts.
301. Brown-capped Vireo (Vireo
leucophrys) [1h]
Heard near Bellavista giving its song similar to a Warbling Vireo (from
which it was split a few years ago).
THRUSHES
302. Andean Solitaire (Myadestes
ralloides) [3h]
All were heard, distantly, at Bellavista.
303. Great Thrush (Turdus fuscater)
[146]
Very common in all highland areas. Many excellent views.
304. Black-billed Thrush (Turdus
ignobilis) [11]
Some were heard along the trails at Sacha, but we only saw them along
the beach and on the river island.
305. White-necked Thrush (Turdus
albicollis) [3]
Mainly heard, giving its slow-motion robin-like song, at Sacha. One was
glimpsed briefly by Allen.
306. Lawrence's Thrush (Turdus
lawrencii) [5]
A localized bird that is sometimes heard and rarely seen. Our scope
views from the tower at Sacha were truly special. Others were heard
singing from the canopy along the trails at Sacha. This species may be
the most accomplished mimic in the world, with more than 100 species in
its repertoire! The birds we heard imitated many species (including
antbirds) that we didn't see.
WRENS
307. Black-capped Donacobius (Donacobius
atricapillus) [3]
Two were seen fairly well from our dugout canoe in the marsh between the
lake and boardwalk at Sacha. One was heard by Allen at our "laundry
stop" along the Napo River.
308. Thrush-like Wren (Campylorhynchus
turdinus) [4]
First heard on the river island, then on the varzea trails at Sacha. Two
were finally seen ell in the scope in treetops near our cabins. This
species is usually more common, at least by voice.
309. Plain-tailed Wren (Thryothorus
euophrys) [12h]
Pairs were heard duetting along the road near Bellavista and along the
Chiriboga Road. Usually more numerous, at least by voice. We had no good
opportunities to tape them in.
310. Bay Wren (Thryothorus nigricapillus)
[2h]
Heard in one area along the lower Chiriboga Road.
311. House Wren (Troglodytes aedon)
[2]
One was seen at the Coca airport and one was heard along the lower
Chiriboga Road. This species may be re-split to Southern House Wren (Troglodytes
musculus).
312. Mountain Wren (Troglodytes
solstitialis) [2]
Seen well by all along the upper Chiriboga Road. usually more numerous,
but difficult to see.
313. Sepia-brown Wren (Cinnycerthia
peruana) [2]
One seen briefly by Allen from the balcony at Bellavista during the
afternoon rain, and another heard distantly along the upper Chiriboga
Road. May be split into two or three species.
314. Sedge Wren (Cistothorus platensis)
[6]
Heard and seen briefly at Lago Limpiopungo at Cotopaxi NP. Usually more
frequently encountered. May be split from northern birds as Grass or
Paramo Wren. North American birds would then have the Latin name (Cistothorus
stellaris).
315. Gray-breasted Wood-Wren (Henicorhina
leucophrys) [28]
Very common in highland areas we visited, with excellent views finally
obtained along the upper Chiriboga Road, with tape assistance.
316. Southern Nightingale-Wren (Microcerculus
marginatus) [2h]
Heard from the canopy tower and terra firme trails at Sacha, calling
from the forest floor. Usually more common. South American birds look
different from birds in Costa Rica and Panama, but there is no imminent
split, since the true status of all forms (possibly two in South
America) is complex and not yet worked out.
SWALLOWS
317. Purple Martin (Progne subis)
[6]
All were seen by most at the airport in Bogota, Colombia.
318. Gray-breasted Martin (Progne chalybea)
[10]
Two were at the Coca
airport on our arrival there, and the rest were on the river island near
Sacha.
319. White-winged Swallow (Tachycineta albiventer)
[61]
Seen mainly along
the Napo River, although a few were over waterways around Sacha.
320. Blue-and-white Swallow (Notiochelidon cyanoleuca)
[106]
Seen well,
and fairly numerous in all highland and foothill aresa we visited.
321. Brown-bellied Swallow (Notiochelidon murina)
[20]
Good looks on the
upper Chiriboga Road and near Lago Limpiopungo in Cotopaxi NP.
322. White-banded Swallow (Atticora fasciata)
[15]
Seen fairly well, only
along the Napo River.
323. Bank Swallow (Riparia riparia)
[30]
A single migrant flock seen near
a river island on the Napo River near Sacha.
324. Southern Rough-winged Swallow (Stelgidopteryx ruficollis)
[60]
Mostly seen along the Napo River, with a few over the lake at Sacha.
325. Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica)
[8]
All were seen along the Napo
River.
PIPITS
326. Paramo Pipit (Anthus bogotensis)
[1]
Seen by Ellie only as she waited
in the van for the group tramping around in paramo along the Papallacta
Road.
FINCHES
327. Hooded Siskin (Carduelis
magellanica) [9]
One seen briefly by some flying overhead along the new Nono-Mindo road.
Another was seen distantly along the Papallacta Road. Several were seen
along the upper Chiriboga Road, where we had scope views of a small
group. One was seen briefly at Cotopaxi NP.
WOOD WARBLERS
328. Tropical Parula (Parula pitiayumi)
[1h]
Heard briefly by Allen along the lower Chiriboga Road.
329. Blackburnian Warbler (Dendroica
fusca) [10]
Many were males ready to migrate, as apparently many already had, since
this species is usually more numerous. Seen in highland areas only.
330. Blackpoll Warbler (Dendroica
striata) [1]
The same scruffy-looking molting bird was seen repeatedly from the
canopy tower at Sacha.
331. Black-and-white Warbler (Mniotilta
varia) [1]
Seen briefly by Allen only along the lower Chiriboga Road.
332. Slate-throated Whitestart (Myioborus
miniatus) [10]
Seen only along the lower Chiriboga Road where everyone got good looks
eventually. This, and the next, species are more properly called
whitestarts rather than redstarts since the tail flashes white instead
of red.
333. Spectacled Whitestart (Myioborus
melanocephalus) [16]
Seen and heard in all highland areas we visited. Most had good views.
334. Black-crested Warbler (Basileuterus
nigrocristatus) [4]
Mainly heard at Bellavista and the Papallacta Road. One was finally seen
by most along the upper Chiriboga Road.
335. Russet-crowned Warbler (Basileuterus
coronatus) [12]
I'm sure we'll all remember the beautiful song of this species as we
heard them frequently around Bellavista. We finally got good looks along
the upper Chiriboga Road.
SPARROWS & ALLIES
336. Pale-naped Brush-Finch (Atlapetes
pallidinucha) [1]
Good views along the Papallacta Road.
337. Rufous-naped Brush-Finch (Atlapetes
rufinucha) [8]
Seen briefly by most at Bellavista and near Yanacocha. Good views along
the upper Chiriboga Road.
338. Tanager Finch (Oreothraupis
arremonops) [1]
Seen by all, but briefly, at Bellavista. A rare skulker, and we were
lucky for the views we had. This species has been seen by very few
birders, and this may have been the first birding tour to ever see one
as a group.
339. Orange-billed Sparrow (Arremon
aurantiirostris) [1]
Seen well by all along the trail to the canopy tower at Sacha.
340. Yellow-browed Sparrow (Ammodramus
aurifrons) [11]
Seen fairly well along the beach at Sacha, with a few heard on the river
island.
341. Rufous-collared Sparrow (Zonotrichia
capensis) [335]
Abundant throughout the highlands.
342. Red-capped Cardinal (Paroaria
gularis) [7]
Mostly flying along riversides, but one was seen well, perched in the
marsh by the lake at Sacha.
TANAGERS & ALLIES
343. Cinereous Conebill (Conirostrum
cinereum) [21]
Seen well along the road to Yanacocha and along the Papallacta Road.
Also found along the upper Chiriboga Road and at Cotopaxi NP.
344. Capped Conebill (Conirostrum
albifrons) [1]
A male seen briefly by some on the upper Chiriboga Road.
345. Giant Conebill (Oreomanes fraseri)
[1h]
Heard at a Polylepis grove along the Papallacta Road, but it was too far
away to respond to tape.
346. Blue Dacnis (Dacnis cayana) [9]
Most were seen from the canopy tower at Sacha where we had excellent
views. Others were along the terra firme trails.
347. Black-faced Dacnis (Dacnis lineata)
[3]
All seen from the canopy tower at Sacha, but shier than the previous
species.
348. Purple Honeycreeper (Cyanerpes
caeruleus) [3]
Excellent scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha.
349. Green Honeycreeper (Chlorophanes
spiza) [3]
Excellent scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha.
350. Golden Tanager (Tangara arthus)
[8]
Most were near Bellavista where most had good views. Others were on the
lower Chiriboga Road.
351. Golden-naped Tanager (Tangara
ruficervix) [1]
Seen briefly by some along the lower Chiriboga Road. Usually more
common.
352. Bay-headed Tanager (Tangara gyrola)
[2]
One seen briefly from the canopy tower at Sacha and another briefly on
the lower Chiriboga Road.
353. Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana)
[5]
One seen well from the canopy tower at Sacha and four in a riverside
tree along the Napo River.
354. Opal-crowned Tanager (Tangara
callophrys) [2]
Good views for some on our first morning on the canopy tower at Sacha.
Scope views of one the following afternoon, also from the tower.
355. Opal-rumped Tanager (Tangara velia)
[2]
Good scope views from the canopy tower at Sacha. also seen during our
afternoon on the tower.
356. Blue-and-black Tanager (Tangara
vassori) [3]
One seen briefly at Bellavista and two seen well along the upper
ChiribogaRoad.
357. Green-and-gold Tanager (Tangara
schrankii) [2]
Seen briefly on both our visits to the canopy tower at Sacha.
358. Orange-bellied Euphonia (Euphonia
xanthogaster) [4]
Two were seen well at Bellavista, one was along the boardwalk at Sacha,
and one was seen well from the canopy tower.
359. Rufous-bellied Euphonia (Euphonia
rufiventris) [2]
A male and female were seen well from the canopy tower at Sacha.
360. White-lored Euphonia (Euphonia
chrysopasta) [2]
A pair came in quite close in our tree on the canopy tower at Sacha.
361. Fawn-breasted Tanager (Pipraeidea
melanonota) [1]
Seen briefly by some along the lower Chiriboga Road.
362. Blue-winged Mountain-Tanager (Anisognathus
flavinucha) [11]
Most were around Bellavista where we had good views. Others were along
the lower Chiriboga Road.
363. Scarlet-bellied Mountain-Tanager (Anisognathus
igniventris) [18]
About equal numbers were along the Papallacta Road and the upper
Chiriboga Road. We had great looks at this beauty.
364. Buff-breasted Mountain-Tanager (Dubusia
taeniata) [4]
Most were heard, with birds at Yanacocha and the upper Chiriboga Road.
One was seen briefly along the road down to Papallacta Lake.
365. Black-chested Mountain-Tanager (Buthraupis
eximia) [1]
Seen by most, generally at a distance, along the upper Chiriboga Road.
This species is not particularly easy to find in Ecuador.
366. Blue-capped Tanager (Thraupis
cyanocephala) [16]
Most were around Bellavista, where we had great looks. One was seen
briefly along the upper Chiriboga Road.
367. Palm Tanager (Thraupis palmarum)
[36]
Common and easily seen at Sacha, where all were seen.
368. Blue-gray Tanager (Thraupis
episcopus) [19]
Most were at Sacha and easily seen. A few were near Baeza. the race in
the Amazon Basin has conspicuous white shoulders, and is a different
race from those in Central America, northern and western South America.
369. Scarlet Tanager (Piranga olivacea)
[2]
Two different males seen from the canopy tower at Sacha, one in full
breeding plumage and apparently ready to migrate.
370. Silver-beaked Tanager (Ramphocelus
carbo) [20]
Common and conspicuous around Sacha Lodge.
371. Masked Crimson Tanager (Ramphocelus
nigrogularis) [4]
Excellent views of two from the canopy tower, and good views of two form
the boardwalk at Sacha.
372. Bright-rumped Tanager (Ramphocelus
flammigerus) [3]
All were seen on the lower Chiriboga Road. Lemon-rumped from Panama and
Colombia and Flame-rumped from farther south, have been lumped and
renamed Bright-rumped Tanager (by Ridgely and Greenfield in the
forthcoming Birds of Ecuador).
373. Guira Tanager (Hemithraupis guira)
[1]
A female seen by some along the lower Chiriboga Road.
374. Rufous-chested Tanager (Thlypopsis
ornata) [1]
Seen briefly by some along the lower Chiriboga Road. Usually seen in
flocks.
375. Common Bush-Tanager (Chlorospingus
ophthalmicus) [3]
Seen with the understory flocks at Bellavista. Similar to the Dusky
Bush-Tanagers, but with conspicuous tear-drop eye rings.
376. Dusky Bush-Tanager (Chlorospingus
semifuscus) [40]
We scoped the first one sitting in a treetop at Bellavista. All others
were in understory flocks, also at Bellavista.
377. Black-backed Bush-Tanager (Urothraupis
stolzmanni) [3]
Seen in a small flock along the road to Papallacta Lake. A very
localized species.
378. Superciliaried Hemispingus (Hemispingus
superciliaris) [1]
Seen briefly by Allen only, along the Papallacta Road.
379. Magpie Tanager (Cissopis leveriana)
[2]
Two together flew by near the lagoon near the Napo River at Sacha.
Usually more numerous.
BUNTINGS & ALLIES
380. White-sided Flowerpiercer (Diglossa
albilatera) [7]
Heard and seen briefly around Bellavista.
381. Glossy Flowerpiercer (Diglossa
lafresnayii) [3h]
Heard only, with one at Yanacocha and two along the upper Chiriboga
Road.
382. Black Flowerpiercer (Diglossa
humeralis) [21]
Seen well on the road to Yanacocha. Most were along the Papallacta Road
and a few were on the upper Chiriboga Road.
383. Bluish Flowerpiercer (Diglossopsis
caerulescens) [1]
Seen briefly along the Papallacta Road.
384. Masked Flowerpiercer (Diglossopsis
cyanea) [5]
Good looks at several at Bellavista.
385. Plush-capped Finch (Catamblyrhynchus
diademata) [10]
Most were in a single flock in a large stand of bamboo along the upper
Chiriboga Road. A single bird was a little farther down this same road.
386. Blue-black Grassquit (Volatinia
jacarina) [5]
One seen briefly by Jennifer along the new Nono-Mindo road. Others were
seen by some at the Coca airport.
387. Yellow-bellied Seedeater (Sporophila
nigricollis) [1]
Seen briefly along the road by Allen along the upper Chiriboga Road.
Usually much more common.
388. Chestnut-bellied Seedeater (Sporophila
castaneiventris) [1]
Seen by most on the beach at Sacha.
389. Band-tailed Seedeater (Catamenia
analis) [3]
One was seen on the road to Yanacocha and two were seen very well at
Metropolitan Park in Quito.
390. Plain-colored Seedeater (Catamenia
inornata) [18]
Seen briefly by some at Yanacocha, and seen well along the Papallacta
Road. Also seen along the upper Chiriboga Road and at Cotopaxi NP.
391. Plumbeous Sierra-Finch (Phrygilus
unicolor) [35]
About equal numbers along the Papallacta Road and at Cotopaxi NP. Best
views were along the Papallacta Road.
392. Ash-breasted Sierra-Finch (Phrygilus
plebejus) [1]
Seen briefly by some at Cotopaxi NP.
GROSBEAKS & SALTATORS
393. Grayish Saltator (Saltator
coerulescens) [6]
All were at Sacha, with one along the river trail and the remainder on
the river island. Uncharacteristically difficult to see.
394. Buff-throated Saltator (Saltator
maximus) [2]
Seen briefly along the terra firme and varzea trails at Sacha.
395. Southern Yellow-Grosbeak (Pheucticus
chrysopeplus) [2]
One seen well in a field near Bellavista. Another seen by Terry at the
Hotel Quito.
BLACKBIRDS & ALLIES
396. Casqued Oropendola (Psarocolius
oseryi) [1]
Excellent views of this decidedly uncommon oropendola in the scope at
the river trail where we were watching caciques and oropendolas fly in
to a roost.
397. Crested Oropendola (Psarocolius
decumanus) [15]
A few were seen with the large groups of oropendolas and caciques
roosting near the Napo River at Sacha.
398. Russet-backed Oropendola (Psarocolius
angustifrons) [308]
The most abundant oropendola at Sacha, seen and heard every day at all
locations. many were seen going to roost near the Napo River. The
eastern dark-billed race (P. a. angustifrons) may eventually be
split from the western yellow-billed race (P. a. alfredi), whose
nest we saw at Bellavista.
399. Solitary Cacique (Cacicus
solitarius) [3]
Two were seen near the cabins at Sacha. Another was along the terra
firme trails.
400. Mountain Cacique (Cacicus
leucorhamphus) [3]
All were seen below us at the river overlook near Baeza. A Subtropical
Cacique was seen here only by Giovanni (black with a red rump).
401. Yellow-rumped Cacique (Cacicus cela)
[600]
Seen and heard daily at all locations at Sacha. Large numbers were
roosting near the Napo River.
402. Oriole Blackbird (Gymnomystax
mexicanus) [34]
Two seen from the Napo River as we passed a river island. Most were seen
on the river island near Sacha. Two more were seen along the Napo River
as we returned to Coca.
403. Troupial (Icterus icterus) [1h]
Heard along the Napo River calling back to Oscar, but it never came out.
The taxonomy of this species is confusing. This form may be split to
Orange-backed Troupial, or Campo Oriole (Icterus jamacai).
404. Eastern Meadowlark (Sturnella magna)
[1]
Seen only by Allen along the runway at the Bogota, Colombia airport.
405. Red-breasted Blackbird (Leistes
militaris) [2]
Seen along the runway at the Coca airport.
406. Giant Cowbird (Scaphidura oryzivora)
[68]
Common along the Napo River and on river islands. One was along the
lower Chiriboga Road.
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