Ecuador
February 28 - March 10, 1998

Allen Chartier

Birds 

A total of 406 species was recorded, with many participants finding 250+ life birds, and one person with 350+ lifers! Allen found 28 life birds. A good total of 225 species was recorded at Sacha Lodge.

Lifers are in boldface and unusual species are underlines.  Number seen is in brackets.

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Tinamous (5 species)  
Anhingas (1 species)
Waterfowl (4 species)  
Herons (7 species)  
Osprey (1 species)
Vultures, Kites, Hawks & Eagles (15 species)
Caracaras & Falcons (6 species)
Guans, Curassows & Chachalacas (1 species)  
New World Quail (2 species)
Rails (4 species)
Limpkin (1 species)
Sandpipers & Snipes (4 species)
Plovers & Lapwings (4 species)
Gulls & Terns (3 species)
Skimmers (1 species)
Pigeons & Doves
(10 species)
Parrots (15 species)  
Cuckoos (1 species)
Hoatzin (1 species)
Anis (2 species)
Typical Owls (7 species)
Potoos (2 species)
Nightjars (3 species)
Swifts (5 species)
Hummingbirds (27 species)
Trogons (5 species)
Kingfishers (3 species)
Motmots (2 species)
Jacamars (2 species)
Puffbirds (7 species)
Barbets (4 species)
Toucans (10 species)  
Woodpeckers (9 species)
Woodcreepers (8 species)
Ovenbirds (17 species)
Antbirds (17 species)
Antthrushes & Antpittas (6 species)
Gnateaters (1 species)
Tapaculos (5 species)
Cotingas (12 species)
Manakins (6 species)
Tyrant Flycatchers & Allies (47 species)  
Jays & Crows (3 species)
Dippers (1 species)
Vireos & Allies (3 species)
Thrushes (5 species)  
Wrens (10 species)
Swallows (9 species)
Pipits (1 species)
Finches (1 species)
Wood Warblers (8 species)
Sparrows & Allies (7 species)
Tanagers & Allies (37 species)  
Buntings & Allies (13 species)
Grosbeaks & Saltators (3 species)
Blackbirds & Allies (11 species)  

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.