Birdwatching in Ecuador: A Guide to Wildlife and Important Bird Areas

Have you ever dreamed of spotting a Sword-billed Hummingbird in the misty Andean cloud forests or watching a Blue-footed Booby dance on the sun-drenched shores of the Galápagos? As a passionate birder who has spent years exploring Ecuador's rich ecosystems, I've created the guide I always wished I had-a detailed, honest, and immersive birding companion for travelers of every level.

Whether you're planning your first birdwatching trip to Ecuador or you're a seasoned birder chasing rare endemics, this book takes you deeper than any checklist ever could. I walk you through the best birding hotspots, seasonal migration tips, essential gear, cultural insights, and conservation stories that brings Ecuador's 1,600+ bird species to life. With profiles organized by family-from Hummingbirds and Tanagers to Owls, Raptors, and Galápagos icons-you'll find reliable identification tips, behavioral clues, and habitat details grounded in firsthand field experience.

This isn't just a bird guide-it's a bridge between you and the soul of Ecuador's wild spaces.

✔️ Plan smarter with detailed birding itineraries (Andes to Amazon, Northern Circuit, Galápagos)

✔️ Spot faster with photo-rich Quick ID pages and region-specific checklists
✔️ Travel responsibly with insider tips on eco-lodges, local guides, and birding ethics
✔️ Connect deeper with Ecuador's Indigenous perspectives, cultural symbolism, and citizen science projects

If you're overwhelmed by fragmented online info, tired of generic field guides, or unsure how to begin your Ecuador birding journey, this book is your practical, passionate, and portable solution.