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DHenderson
Maps
Arrieta, Bizkaia, Spain
Available
Weekends / Wednesdays
Languages
English, Spanish, French, Basque
Note
I`m a secondary school teacher, married and have three children aged 14 to 22. Interested in helping visiting birders and showing them around
I`m a secondary school teacher, married and have three children aged 14 to 22. Interested in helping visiting birders and showing them around
Area
Urdaibai / Santo/ Local hills
Urdaibai / Santo/ Local hills
Interests
Nature: birdwatching photography, butterflies, politics, cinema, food
Nature: birdwatching photography, butterflies, politics, cinema, food
Note
I am a local birder and I can guarantee this is one of the best birding areas in Spain where you can find most of the iberian specialties with an outstanding landscape!
You will also enjoy the culture of the area with its delicious food and wine ;)
I am a local birder and I can guarantee this is one of the best birding areas in Spain where you can find most of the iberian specialties with an outstanding landscape!
You will also enjoy the culture of the area with its delicious food and wine ;)
Area
Gredos mountain range, Valle del Tiatar, Arrocampo, Monfragüe
Area Birds
Great bustard, Iberian bluethroat, Spanish imperial eagle, bonelliôs eagle,â¦
Gredos mountain range, Valle del Tiatar, Arrocampo, Monfragüe
Area Birds
Great bustard, Iberian bluethroat, Spanish imperial eagle, bonelliôs eagle,â¦
Interests
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, butterflies, swimming, stroll, walking, hiking, climbing, train, bus, car, hitchhiking, biking, long walk, packpack, portage, canoe, ship, cruise, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, club, vineyard, monument, arboretum, architecture appreciation, shop, antique, fashion, techAttend: concert, horse race, ballet, dance show, theatre, live music, sports event, auction, antique, convention, political rally, protest, competition, swapParticipate: night life, party, dance, club, bar, rock, classical, wine, beer
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, butterflies, swimming, stroll, walking, hiking, climbing, train, bus, car, hitchhiking, biking, long walk, packpack, portage, canoe, ship, cruise, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, club, vineyard, monument, arboretum, architecture appreciation, shop, antique, fashion, techAttend: concert, horse race, ballet, dance show, theatre, live music, sports event, auction, antique, convention, political rally, protest, competition, swapParticipate: night life, party, dance, club, bar, rock, classical, wine, beer
PErnest
Maps
Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
Available
almost anytime
Languages
English, German, Italian, Spanish
Note
As a professional nature tourism company we know the localities and status of the bird populations. We actively participate in conservation projects and banding. Our groups are very small and on the excursion we will not only see interesting local species, but also amazing natural landscapes.
As a professional nature tourism company we know the localities and status of the bird populations. We actively participate in conservation projects and banding. Our groups are very small and on the excursion we will not only see interesting local species, but also amazing natural landscapes.
Area
Desert of Soo, Janubio ´s saltpans, cliffs, Chinijo Marine Resrve
Area Birds
houbara bustard, cream coloured courser, stone curlew, barbary falcon, passerine
Desert of Soo, Janubio ´s saltpans, cliffs, Chinijo Marine Resrve
Area Birds
houbara bustard, cream coloured courser, stone curlew, barbary falcon, passerine
M
Maps
Alcazar de San Juan, Ciudad Real, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish
Note
There are many different swamps and ponds plenty of birds. This is an area very good for another birds and it is very entertaining place. Nature: birdwatching, love, photography, hiking, sport, swimming, Travel: train, bus, car, hitchhiking, biking, long walk, packpack, canoe, portage, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, club, vineyard, outdoors, nature spot, beach, lake, ocean, architecture, shop, antique, swap Attend: concert, horse race, ballet, dance show, theatre, live music, sports event, auction, antique, convention, protest, competition Participate: night life, party, dance, club, bar, rock, country, classical, swing, wine, beer,
There are many different swamps and ponds plenty of birds. This is an area very good for another birds and it is very entertaining place. Nature: birdwatching, love, photography, hiking, sport, swimming, Travel: train, bus, car, hitchhiking, biking, long walk, packpack, canoe, portage, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, club, vineyard, outdoors, nature spot, beach, lake, ocean, architecture, shop, antique, swap Attend: concert, horse race, ballet, dance show, theatre, live music, sports event, auction, antique, convention, protest, competition Participate: night life, party, dance, club, bar, rock, country, classical, swing, wine, beer,
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I live in the town of Ubeda in the province of Jaen in Andalucia. Spain. The National Park of Andujar is a 75 minute drive. ( Many birds and mammals can be seen including raptors such as Black vulture and Imperial eagle, and if you are lucky the Iberian lynx). The Natural Park of Cazorla and Segura is a 60 minute drive ( Many birds and mammals can be seen including raptors such as griffon vultures and golden eagles, ibex and red deer. A project to reintroduce the Lammergeier is underway).
I live in the town of Ubeda in the province of Jaen in Andalucia. Spain. The National Park of Andujar is a 75 minute drive. ( Many birds and mammals can be seen including raptors such as Black vulture and Imperial eagle, and if you are lucky the Iberian lynx). The Natural Park of Cazorla and Segura is a 60 minute drive ( Many birds and mammals can be seen including raptors such as griffon vultures and golden eagles, ibex and red deer. A project to reintroduce the Lammergeier is underway).
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Navarra, the Pyrenees and the Ebro Valley are regions with a very high biodiversity, including birds: high mountain, cliffs, wetlands, forests, steppes, scrubland and much more can be visited here.
Navarra, the Pyrenees and the Ebro Valley are regions with a very high biodiversity, including birds: high mountain, cliffs, wetlands, forests, steppes, scrubland and much more can be visited here.
Area
Pyrenees, Ebro Valley
Pyrenees, Ebro Valley
J.Suarez
Maps
Cadiz & El Puerto de Santa Maria, AndaluciÃÂa & Cadiz, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish
Note
More than 20 years in active contact with the Nature of my state. 10 years deeply involved in bird conservacy organizations. Skilled trekker and in managing activities in country side. My city is in the Area of the Natural Park "Bahia de Cadiz" a hotspot for waders and migrating birds to Africa
More than 20 years in active contact with the Nature of my state. 10 years deeply involved in bird conservacy organizations. Skilled trekker and in managing activities in country side. My city is in the Area of the Natural Park "Bahia de Cadiz" a hotspot for waders and migrating birds to Africa
Area
Bahia de Cadiz
Area Birds
Waders, Waterfowl, Raptors
Bahia de Cadiz
Area Birds
Waders, Waterfowl, Raptors
E.Amengual
Maps
Piedrahita, Avila, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Spanish, English
Note
I've been birding since I was a child, I'm now 48. The Sierra de Gredos is a beautiful mountain area in central Spain with some excellent birding.
I've been birding since I was a child, I'm now 48. The Sierra de Gredos is a beautiful mountain area in central Spain with some excellent birding.
Area
Sierra de Gredos
Sierra de Gredos
Note
Birds and plants in Andalucia region.
Birds and plants in Andalucia region.
Note
My area have marshes and sea cliffs of Cap de Creus Natural Park. In one day you can see a lot of species of ducks and seabirds.
My area have marshes and sea cliffs of Cap de Creus Natural Park. In one day you can see a lot of species of ducks and seabirds.
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I'm one world birdwatcher. I live in Cambrils 1 hour north from Delta de l'Ebre, the bigest wetland in Catalonia. In Cambrils in late winter early spring you can see the bigest world concentration of mediterranean gull.
I'm one world birdwatcher. I live in Cambrils 1 hour north from Delta de l'Ebre, the bigest wetland in Catalonia. In Cambrils in late winter early spring you can see the bigest world concentration of mediterranean gull.
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Nerpio is a mountain area close to Murcia region and Andalucia (Jaen and Granada provinces). We are in Sierra del Segura Range. The main birds in the area are vulture species as Griffon Vulture, Egyptian Vulture and if you are very lucky Bearded Vulture. Other raptors as Booted Eagles, Short-toed Eagles, Peregrine Falcon and Golden Eagle, are quite common. In winter is a very good are to observe wintering species as Ring Ouzel, Siskin, Alpine Accentor, Citril Finch and thrushes species.The landscapes are amazing and in the municipality there are a net of bird observatories and marked paths.
Nerpio is a mountain area close to Murcia region and Andalucia (Jaen and Granada provinces). We are in Sierra del Segura Range. The main birds in the area are vulture species as Griffon Vulture, Egyptian Vulture and if you are very lucky Bearded Vulture. Other raptors as Booted Eagles, Short-toed Eagles, Peregrine Falcon and Golden Eagle, are quite common. In winter is a very good are to observe wintering species as Ring Ouzel, Siskin, Alpine Accentor, Citril Finch and thrushes species.The landscapes are amazing and in the municipality there are a net of bird observatories and marked paths.
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I am a ornithologist living in a very good area for birdwatchers.
I am a ornithologist living in a very good area for birdwatchers.
A. Torrent
Maps
Catalunya (Barcelona), Girona, Cordoba, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catala, Espanyol Frances, Ingles
Note
Parc natural dels aiguamolls del emporda.Catalunya.
Parc natural dels aiguamolls del emporda.Catalunya.
D. Villanua
Maps
Mendigorria, Navarra, Spain
Available
Weekend
Languages
Spanish, English
Note
I'm a veterinarian who are working in wildlife management in Navarra (North of Spain). This is a small region where is possible find a lot of different habitat in a few kilometers. Thus, you can observe some steppe birds like the Dupont Lark and mountain birds like the Bearder Vulture during only one day.
I'm a veterinarian who are working in wildlife management in Navarra (North of Spain). This is a small region where is possible find a lot of different habitat in a few kilometers. Thus, you can observe some steppe birds like the Dupont Lark and mountain birds like the Bearder Vulture during only one day.
M. Peris
Maps
Vilafranca del Penedïs/Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Available
Weekend
Languages
Catalan, Spanish English, Italian
Note
O. Baena
Maps
Parets del vallïs, Barcelona/Catalonia, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catalan, Spanish English
Note
I'm a young birder from a small town near Bacelona. I know the most of the patches to birding in Catalonia to find C. diomedea, P. yelkouan and mauretanicus, G. barbatus, A. monachus, H. fasciatus, E. caeruleus, F. eleonorae, p. porphyrio, T. tetrax, L. audouinii, L. genei, C. glandarius, C. ruficollis, G. theklae, H. daurica, P. collaris, O. hispanica, O. leucura, M solitarius and saxatilis, S. hortensis, melanochephala, conscipillata, cantillans and undata, C. juncidis, a. melanopogon, M. nivallis, P. petronia, S. citrinella, E. cia ... and other speciallities from this small country, so attractives for birders of the north.
I'm a young birder from a small town near Bacelona. I know the most of the patches to birding in Catalonia to find C. diomedea, P. yelkouan and mauretanicus, G. barbatus, A. monachus, H. fasciatus, E. caeruleus, F. eleonorae, p. porphyrio, T. tetrax, L. audouinii, L. genei, C. glandarius, C. ruficollis, G. theklae, H. daurica, P. collaris, O. hispanica, O. leucura, M solitarius and saxatilis, S. hortensis, melanochephala, conscipillata, cantillans and undata, C. juncidis, a. melanopogon, M. nivallis, P. petronia, S. citrinella, E. cia ... and other speciallities from this small country, so attractives for birders of the north.
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E. Badosa
Maps
Arenys de Mar/Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catalan, Spanish English
Note
I'm a ringer and I know all the sites around Catalonia especilly Pyrenees and Ebro's Delta.
I'm a ringer and I know all the sites around Catalonia especilly Pyrenees and Ebro's Delta.
Note
Pitillas, Bardenas Reales and Pirineos occidentales.
Pitillas, Bardenas Reales and Pirineos occidentales.
Note
I live with my husband John on a 6 acre finca in the mountains near the beautiful white village of Casares. We have a casita (small house) in which you can stay at a cost of 40 euros per night for 2 people. Then you are on site ready to birdwatch in the morning! We have Griffon Vultures, Booted and Short-toed Eagles visible from our terrace, together with Blue Rock Thrush and cheeky Sardinian Warblers. In the Spring, I can find you Bee-eaters, Woodchat Shrikes, Golden Orioles (May onwards) whilst Cetti's Warblers and Nightingales sing constantly. Occasionally an Eagle Owl can be seen at dawn or dusk. In addition I run 2 moth traps with 850+ species and wildflowers are prolific (200+sp). Tarifa and La Janda are possible as a day trip and at La Janda in the winter up to 1000 cranes are present. At breakfast, on clear mornings you can see the African coast from our terrace. Malaga is 110kms away and so I am not able to pick people up from there, but if you can get here with a hire car or take a bus to a closer spot, then I can help you!
I live with my husband John on a 6 acre finca in the mountains near the beautiful white village of Casares. We have a casita (small house) in which you can stay at a cost of 40 euros per night for 2 people. Then you are on site ready to birdwatch in the morning! We have Griffon Vultures, Booted and Short-toed Eagles visible from our terrace, together with Blue Rock Thrush and cheeky Sardinian Warblers. In the Spring, I can find you Bee-eaters, Woodchat Shrikes, Golden Orioles (May onwards) whilst Cetti's Warblers and Nightingales sing constantly. Occasionally an Eagle Owl can be seen at dawn or dusk. In addition I run 2 moth traps with 850+ species and wildflowers are prolific (200+sp). Tarifa and La Janda are possible as a day trip and at La Janda in the winter up to 1000 cranes are present. At breakfast, on clear mornings you can see the African coast from our terrace. Malaga is 110kms away and so I am not able to pick people up from there, but if you can get here with a hire car or take a bus to a closer spot, then I can help you!
R. Wright
Maps
Mezquitilla, Malaga, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
English
Note
Now living on a mountain top in southern Spain and keep a daily 'Birding Diary' of what's about, etc. Regular visits to good sites in this area as well as further afield such as Donana, Cabo de Gata and Extramedera. Was a 'ringer' in UK before I retired. Have also stayed at Gibraltar Field House. Enjoy company on my birding visits and would welcome others who want to join me. Still have a small house in Stamford, Lincolnshire, UK to which we return at regular periods (usually for no more than a week at a time) so that I can keep an eye on my aged parents. Also gives me an opportunity to pay regular visits to Rutland Water (10 miles/16kn away from home).
Now living on a mountain top in southern Spain and keep a daily 'Birding Diary' of what's about, etc. Regular visits to good sites in this area as well as further afield such as Donana, Cabo de Gata and Extramedera. Was a 'ringer' in UK before I retired. Have also stayed at Gibraltar Field House. Enjoy company on my birding visits and would welcome others who want to join me. Still have a small house in Stamford, Lincolnshire, UK to which we return at regular periods (usually for no more than a week at a time) so that I can keep an eye on my aged parents. Also gives me an opportunity to pay regular visits to Rutland Water (10 miles/16kn away from home).
CD. Romai-Cousido
Maps
A Corunha/O Grove, Galicia/Galiza, Spain
Available
Weekend
Languages
Galician, Portuguese, Spanish, English
Note
Galician capes are very good in autumn/fall, with passage of thousands of seabirds. Beaches, marshes, reservoirs and lagoons along the coast can hold Nearctic birds, mostly during autumn-winter. Mediterranean specialities(warblers, shrikes, buntings, etc.) are also found in SE Galicia.
Galician capes are very good in autumn/fall, with passage of thousands of seabirds. Beaches, marshes, reservoirs and lagoons along the coast can hold Nearctic birds, mostly during autumn-winter. Mediterranean specialities(warblers, shrikes, buntings, etc.) are also found in SE Galicia.
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F. Crystal
Maps
Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish French, Japanese
Note
I have been based in southern Badajoz, Extremadura for the last 3 years, working on a long-term Montagu's Harrier Study. In the spring and summer I spend a lot of time in the field monitoring and tagging birds, and tracking them, observing their feeding habits. I also work on a project that aims to reduce the number of nests destroyed by early harvest of wheat fields each year. I work with an amazing raptor rehabilitation centre called AMUS (Accion por el mundo salvaje) which is the world leader in rehabilitating Montagu's Harrier orphaned or injured by the harvest. Steppe birds are easier to see in this area than in Caceres, and views are closer. Wild flowers and orchids are abundant, and the landscape is incredible. Visitors would also get the chance to help with the efforts on the various programs at the centre or in the field for a few days- something different from the usual birdwatching holiday.
I have been based in southern Badajoz, Extremadura for the last 3 years, working on a long-term Montagu's Harrier Study. In the spring and summer I spend a lot of time in the field monitoring and tagging birds, and tracking them, observing their feeding habits. I also work on a project that aims to reduce the number of nests destroyed by early harvest of wheat fields each year. I work with an amazing raptor rehabilitation centre called AMUS (Accion por el mundo salvaje) which is the world leader in rehabilitating Montagu's Harrier orphaned or injured by the harvest. Steppe birds are easier to see in this area than in Caceres, and views are closer. Wild flowers and orchids are abundant, and the landscape is incredible. Visitors would also get the chance to help with the efforts on the various programs at the centre or in the field for a few days- something different from the usual birdwatching holiday.
D. Valverde
Maps
Pyrinees, Catalonia, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catalan, Spanish English, Italian
Note
L. Gustamante
Maps
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catalan, Spanish some English
Note
I'm 40 years old, birdwatching from 82 and ringer for 10 years. Now I prefer only birdwatching. I know the Llobregat delta, 10Km from Barcelona and where you can find some Catalan specialities. I'm free on Sundays and some Saturdays. Perhaps my job give me time to go between the week, but with a charge. I can send you information where to bird watching.
I'm 40 years old, birdwatching from 82 and ringer for 10 years. Now I prefer only birdwatching. I know the Llobregat delta, 10Km from Barcelona and where you can find some Catalan specialities. I'm free on Sundays and some Saturdays. Perhaps my job give me time to go between the week, but with a charge. I can send you information where to bird watching.
P. Alzina-Bilbeny
Maps
Arenys de Mar-Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catalan, Spanish English, French Italian
Note
A. Rubio
Maps
Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain
Available
Weekends, Monday to Friday after 5:00 PM
Languages
Spanish, English, German, Italian
Note
I am an engineer who enjoys travelling around the globe and loves nature, specially birds. I've been watching birds since chilhood, although since 2010 in a more intense way, as far as my profession and my dedication to my family permits. I'd love to help foreign birders to enjoy the amazing bird species found in Spain.
I am an engineer who enjoys travelling around the globe and loves nature, specially birds. I've been watching birds since chilhood, although since 2010 in a more intense way, as far as my profession and my dedication to my family permits. I'd love to help foreign birders to enjoy the amazing bird species found in Spain.
Area
Gallocanta Lake, River Ebro valley wetland&steppes, Pyrenees & Iberian mountains
Gallocanta Lake, River Ebro valley wetland&steppes, Pyrenees & Iberian mountains
Interests
Nature: Birdwatching, twitching, photography.
Travel: Walking, hiking, biking, long walk, backpack.
Visit: Tourist site, museum, restaurant, landscape view, traditions, monument, arboretum, architecture appreciation, shop, antique, tech.
Attend: Concert, live music.
Participate: Party, sports event, wine, beer, food.
Play: DIY making, Woodworking, cooking, sports.
Nature: Birdwatching, twitching, photography.
Travel: Walking, hiking, biking, long walk, backpack.
Visit: Tourist site, museum, restaurant, landscape view, traditions, monument, arboretum, architecture appreciation, shop, antique, tech.
Attend: Concert, live music.
Participate: Party, sports event, wine, beer, food.
Play: DIY making, Woodworking, cooking, sports.
F. Chiclana
Maps
Sevilla/Cádiz, Andalucia, Spain
Available
Weekend
Languages
Spanish, English
Note
Francisco Chiclana, graduated in natural sciences from the University of Granada, author of the book Where to watch birds in Donana, with first-hand knowledge and bird-tour leading experience in the region. A full-time naturalist, independent tour guide, he has been studying the birds of Donana and Western Andalucia, SW Spain, for many years and works on many of the projects that are being run in the area. He is also co-author of the Birds of the Province of Seville and a great traveler watching birds in several countries. For birding in Donana and its surroundings, please send a message to Francisco.
Francisco Chiclana, graduated in natural sciences from the University of Granada, author of the book Where to watch birds in Donana, with first-hand knowledge and bird-tour leading experience in the region. A full-time naturalist, independent tour guide, he has been studying the birds of Donana and Western Andalucia, SW Spain, for many years and works on many of the projects that are being run in the area. He is also co-author of the Birds of the Province of Seville and a great traveler watching birds in several countries. For birding in Donana and its surroundings, please send a message to Francisco.
R. Marsh
Maps
Pilar De La Horadada, Alicante, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
English some Spanish
Note
Although British I have lived in Spain near Torrevieja which is about 70km south of Alicante for over 15 years. My birding area includes El Fondo(a RAMSAR site), Del Pinet and the close by Santa Pola Salt Lakes. My home patch is the San Pedro Salt Lakes and the Mar Menor.
Birds usually seen throughout the year include; White-headed Duck, Marbled Duck,Red-crested Pochard, Red-knobbed Coot, Purple Swamp-hen, Black-winged Stilt, Avocet, Audouin's Gull, Slender-billed Gull and Flamingo. Sping/Summer will include, Squacco,Little Egret, Glossy Ibis,Kentish Plover, Collared Pratincole, Med Gull, Stone Curlew, Bee-eater and various birds of prey, shrikes and warblers.
A full days birding should produce around 70 species.
Although British I have lived in Spain near Torrevieja which is about 70km south of Alicante for over 15 years. My birding area includes El Fondo(a RAMSAR site), Del Pinet and the close by Santa Pola Salt Lakes. My home patch is the San Pedro Salt Lakes and the Mar Menor.
Birds usually seen throughout the year include; White-headed Duck, Marbled Duck,Red-crested Pochard, Red-knobbed Coot, Purple Swamp-hen, Black-winged Stilt, Avocet, Audouin's Gull, Slender-billed Gull and Flamingo. Sping/Summer will include, Squacco,Little Egret, Glossy Ibis,Kentish Plover, Collared Pratincole, Med Gull, Stone Curlew, Bee-eater and various birds of prey, shrikes and warblers.
A full days birding should produce around 70 species.
Area
El Fondo(a RAMSAR site), Del Pinet and the close by Santa Pola Salt Lakes, the San Pedro Salt Lakes and the Mar Menor.
Area Birds
White-headed Duck, Marbled Duck,Red-crested Pochard, Red-knobbed Coot, Purple Swamp-hen, Black-winged Stilt, Avocet, Audouin's Gull, Slender-billed Gull and Flamingo. Sping/Summer will include, Squacco,Little Egret, Glossy Ibis,Kentish Plover, Collared Pratincole, Med Gull, Stone Curlew, Bee-eater and various birds of prey, shrikes and warblers.
El Fondo(a RAMSAR site), Del Pinet and the close by Santa Pola Salt Lakes, the San Pedro Salt Lakes and the Mar Menor.
Area Birds
White-headed Duck, Marbled Duck,Red-crested Pochard, Red-knobbed Coot, Purple Swamp-hen, Black-winged Stilt, Avocet, Audouin's Gull, Slender-billed Gull and Flamingo. Sping/Summer will include, Squacco,Little Egret, Glossy Ibis,Kentish Plover, Collared Pratincole, Med Gull, Stone Curlew, Bee-eater and various birds of prey, shrikes and warblers.
Note
Retired to Southern Spain and native English speaking. I have been birding for more years than I care to remember!
Retired to Southern Spain and native English speaking. I have been birding for more years than I care to remember!
Area
Variable - estuary's, scrub, mountains.
Variable - estuary's, scrub, mountains.
Interests
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, bus, car, biking, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, vineyard, monument, arboretum, architecture appreciation, shop, Attend: concert, theatre, live music, sports event, wine, beer,
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, bus, car, biking, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, vineyard, monument, arboretum, architecture appreciation, shop, Attend: concert, theatre, live music, sports event, wine, beer,
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Area
Good area for steppe birds as Great and little bustards, sandgrouses, Spanish Imperial Eagle, Bonelli's Eagle, and there are some lagoons with Flamingos and other wildfowl as White-headed duck.
Good area for steppe birds as Great and little bustards, sandgrouses, Spanish Imperial Eagle, Bonelli's Eagle, and there are some lagoons with Flamingos and other wildfowl as White-headed duck.
Interests
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, b Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, car.
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, b Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, car.
Note
I like meeting people from different places and cultures and enjoy chatting and sharing experiences, such as bird-watching.
I like meeting people from different places and cultures and enjoy chatting and sharing experiences, such as bird-watching.
Area
La Sotonera, Sierra de Guara.
La Sotonera, Sierra de Guara.
Interests
Nature: bird-watching, photography, butterflies, Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, car,train, biking, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, architecture appreciation. Attend: concert, theatre, cinema, live music, sports event. Participate: night life, bar, rock, classical, wine, beer, social games.
Nature: bird-watching, photography, butterflies, Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, car,train, biking, Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, architecture appreciation. Attend: concert, theatre, cinema, live music, sports event. Participate: night life, bar, rock, classical, wine, beer, social games.
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Interests
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, Travel: walking, hiking, long walk
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, Travel: walking, hiking, long walk
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Interests
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, climbing, train, bus, car
Nature: birdwatching, twitching, photography, Travel: stroll, walking, hiking, climbing, train, bus, car
LRowlands
Maps
Mora d'Ebre, Tarragona, Spain
Available
Languages
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Brit who fled the 9-5 and the grey skies of Northern England for a sunnier and freer life in Spain. We sustain ourselves with 2 holiday rental units which are part of our own home
Brit who fled the 9-5 and the grey skies of Northern England for a sunnier and freer life in Spain. We sustain ourselves with 2 holiday rental units which are part of our own home
Area
I live on the banks of the River Ebro, 30-40 minutes inland from the Costa Dorada. Great area for birders and nature-lovers. Within an hour from where I live I have the Ebro Delta wetlands to the south and the Lleida plains to the North with mountains and river valley in-between!
I live on the banks of the River Ebro, 30-40 minutes inland from the Costa Dorada. Great area for birders and nature-lovers. Within an hour from where I live I have the Ebro Delta wetlands to the south and the Lleida plains to the North with mountains and river valley in-between!
Interests
Nature: birdwatching, photography, butterflies, Travel: stroll, walking, biking, long walk Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, club, vineyard, monument, Attend: concert, ballet, dance show, theatre, live music, Participate: night life, dance, club, bar, rock, country, classical, hiphop, wine, beer,
Nature: birdwatching, photography, butterflies, Travel: stroll, walking, biking, long walk Visit: tourist site, museum, restaurant, club, vineyard, monument, Attend: concert, ballet, dance show, theatre, live music, Participate: night life, dance, club, bar, rock, country, classical, hiphop, wine, beer,
Note
75 years, active but not athletic. Native English speaker.
75 years, active but not athletic. Native English speaker.
Area
I live near the Straits of Gibraltar and go birding during the migratory periods and at other times in La Janda which is a wetlands area near the Straits of Gibraltar. Also visit Donana National Park and other birding areas in Spain & Portugal
I live near the Straits of Gibraltar and go birding during the migratory periods and at other times in La Janda which is a wetlands area near the Straits of Gibraltar. Also visit Donana National Park and other birding areas in Spain & Portugal
Interests
Nature: birdwatching, photography, Wine & Beer. Stock market investment, computing. Travel: car
Nature: birdwatching, photography, Wine & Beer. Stock market investment, computing. Travel: car
M. Rodriguez
Maps
Hoyo de Manzanares, Madrid, Spain
Available
Anytime
Languages
Spanish, English, French
Note
I am a keen amateur birdwatcher located in a small town 30km north Madrid and in driving distance of a number of good birding spots.
I am happy to provide local intel to birders visiting my local area and show them around. Not actually free at any time, but my working hours are flexible... with a bit of prewarning.
I am a keen amateur birdwatcher located in a small town 30km north Madrid and in driving distance of a number of good birding spots.
I am happy to provide local intel to birders visiting my local area and show them around. Not actually free at any time, but my working hours are flexible... with a bit of prewarning.
Area
Madrid, PN Montfrague and Extremadura, Hoces del Duraton, Lagunas de la Mancha, Hoyo de Manzanares, Madrid
Area Birds
Spanish Imperial Eagle, Vultures, Bonellia's Eagle, Lesser Kestrel, Bustards (Great, Little),Sandgrouses, Larks (Duponta's, Calandra, Short-toed), Citril Finch, Red-necked Nightjar, Warblers (Moustached, Spectacled, Orpheana), both Rock Thrushes, Wheatears (Black-Eared, Black), Roller, Great Spotted Cuckoo, Gull-billed Tern
Madrid, PN Montfrague and Extremadura, Hoces del Duraton, Lagunas de la Mancha, Hoyo de Manzanares, Madrid
Area Birds
Spanish Imperial Eagle, Vultures, Bonellia's Eagle, Lesser Kestrel, Bustards (Great, Little),Sandgrouses, Larks (Duponta's, Calandra, Short-toed), Citril Finch, Red-necked Nightjar, Warblers (Moustached, Spectacled, Orpheana), both Rock Thrushes, Wheatears (Black-Eared, Black), Roller, Great Spotted Cuckoo, Gull-billed Tern
Interests
birding, swimming, running, cycling, wine, beer
birding, swimming, running, cycling, wine, beer
Professional Birding Guides
A professional Birdingpal guide can customize your tour, and you will see the birds you want.
Your guide is also your travel companion, who will make sure you experience the native people, scenery, culture, history and food, first hand.
Hiring a Birdingpal guide will boost the local economy and help protect birds other wildlife and their habitat
A professional Birdingpal guide can customize your tour, and you will see the birds you want.
Your guide is also your travel companion, who will make sure you experience the native people, scenery, culture, history and food, first hand.
Hiring a Birdingpal guide will boost the local economy and help protect birds other wildlife and their habitat
Laury Grenon
Maps
Mazagan, Andalucia, Spain
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Company
Andalucia Nature Trips
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, French, Spanish
We are really enthusiastic to go birding anytime and keep amazed of the diversity and abundances of birds we can find on our territory! A day in Donana can be rewarded with a good species list between 70 and 100 species! We will accommodate our tour to you and what you wold like to see and do: photography, species' hunt... Let's have fun together and watch many birds!
Donana, Odiel Marshes, Strait of Gibraltar, Sierra Morena, Portuguese Algarve
Area Birds
Imperial Eagle, Black Stork, Cranes, Lesser Short-toed lark, Black vulture...
David Warrington & Yanina Maggiotto
Maps
Valencia, Mediterranean coast, Spain
Company
Valencia Birding
Social Media
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish
Valencia Birding is operated by David Warrington and Yanina Maggiotto, both fluent English speaking professional birding guides. We design and provide tailor made guided birding day-trips and holidays for individuals, couples and small groups.
We are based in Valencia on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, an area that's extremely rich in habitat diversity.
Our trips range from single day trips to week long holidays, and are all designed specifically for the client, based on his or her wishes and priorities.
We also have a range of trips to bird photography hides for those who wish to dedicate time specifically to photography.
We never mix groups, preferring to focus on top levels of service and value.
Our range of trips and birding sites include coast, extensive wetlands, salt marshes, mountains, steppe, highland forest, desert and farmland. This diversity offers a great range of bird species, including Balearic and Yelkouan Shearwaters, White Headed Duck, Marbled Teal, Collared Pratincole, Short Toed Eagle, Egyptian Vulture, Alpine Accentor, Great Bustard, Crested Tit, Bee Eater, Trumpeter Finch, Crane, Eagle Owl plus many, many more.
Area Birds
Balearic and Yelkouan Shearwaters, White Headed Duck, Marbled Teal, Collared Pratincole, Short Toed Eagle, Egyptian Vulture, Alpine Accentor, Great Bustard, Crested Tit, Bee Eater, Trumpeter Finch, Crane, Eagle Owl ...plus a great variety of waders, terns and aquatic species.
Christian Juri
Maps
Artenara, Gran Canaria, Spain
Company
Azaenegue, Naturalistas en Gran Canaria
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish, German
Note
Originally from the Austrian Alps and trained as an anthropologist in London, Christian has been living on the Canary Islands since 2015 and is a true nature lover. He is collaborating with Daniel Gonzalez Rodriguez, a renowned local expert who apart from being an experienced birdwatcher, has also been working as a guide in flora, geology and archeology of the island and has been consulted for numerous nature documentaries.
Originally from the Austrian Alps and trained as an anthropologist in London, Christian has been living on the Canary Islands since 2015 and is a true nature lover. He is collaborating with Daniel Gonzalez Rodriguez, a renowned local expert who apart from being an experienced birdwatcher, has also been working as a guide in flora, geology and archeology of the island and has been consulted for numerous nature documentaries.
Area
Gran Canaria
Area Birds
Endemic birds: Fringilla polatzeki, Phylloscopus canariensis
Gran Canaria
Area Birds
Endemic birds: Fringilla polatzeki, Phylloscopus canariensis
Interests
Vicent Esteller
Maps
Seville and Andalusia, Andalusia, Spain
Specific map
Company
Donana Wings
Available
Anytime
Languages
Spanish and English.
Note
I've been watching and studying birds for as long as I can remember.
To make my wish come true, to turn my passion into my way of life and share with my customers the Andalusian natural treasures I have created Donana Wings.
Discover with us all the typical birds of Southern Spain!
I've been watching and studying birds for as long as I can remember.
To make my wish come true, to turn my passion into my way of life and share with my customers the Andalusian natural treasures I have created Donana Wings.
Discover with us all the typical birds of Southern Spain!
Area
Donana National Park, Sierra Morena, Grazalema Mountains, Strait of Gibraltar
Area Birds
Spanish Eagle, Iberian Magpie, Iberian Chiffchaff, Bald Ibis. All species that can be found in Southwestern Spain.
Donana National Park, Sierra Morena, Grazalema Mountains, Strait of Gibraltar
Area Birds
Spanish Eagle, Iberian Magpie, Iberian Chiffchaff, Bald Ibis. All species that can be found in Southwestern Spain.
Interests
Professional birdwatching guide
Visit our web: www.donanawings.com
Mail: info@donanawings.com
Tel: + 34 690 34 08 31
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DonanaWings
Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/140715210@N06/
Professional birdwatching guide
Visit our web: www.donanawings.com
Mail: info@donanawings.com
Tel: + 34 690 34 08 31
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DonanaWings
Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/140715210@N06/
Daniel Roca
Maps
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Company
Catalonia Birding Experience
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish, Catalan
Note
From the Pyrenees to the inland steppes and the coastal marshes, I have been birding in Catalonia for more than 25 years.
Are you visiting Barcelona and planning to go birding? Get a birding tour and simply enjoy the trip. I take care of all the details.
Visit my website and blog:
www.cataloniabirding.com
Email: info@cataloniabirding.com
Phone: 34+ 686 846 177
Contact me, I'll be happy to answer all your questions!
From the Pyrenees to the inland steppes and the coastal marshes, I have been birding in Catalonia for more than 25 years.
Are you visiting Barcelona and planning to go birding? Get a birding tour and simply enjoy the trip. I take care of all the details.
Visit my website and blog:
www.cataloniabirding.com
Email: info@cataloniabirding.com
Phone: 34+ 686 846 177
Contact me, I'll be happy to answer all your questions!
Area
Pyrenees, inland Steppes, Ebro Delta, Llobregat Delta, Garraf, Monegros, etc.
Area Birds
Wallcreeper, Little Bustard, Black-bellied Sandgrouse, Pin-tailed Sandgrouse. Four species of vulture. All species that can be found in the north-western Mediterranean region.
Pyrenees, inland Steppes, Ebro Delta, Llobregat Delta, Garraf, Monegros, etc.
Area Birds
Wallcreeper, Little Bustard, Black-bellied Sandgrouse, Pin-tailed Sandgrouse. Four species of vulture. All species that can be found in the north-western Mediterranean region.
Interests
Professional birding guide
Professional birding guide
Manu Mojarro
Maps
Huelva, Andalucia, Spain
Specific map
Company
Wild Donana
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish
Note
Manu is a wildlife enthusiast almost since birth. Has years of experience as group leader and heritage expert, and has been organising professional birding and walking tours since 2004.
Due to his love for Nature, he founded the tour company Platalea and the non-profit organisation Brizna to preserve the local natural heritage.
However, his latest project is Wild Donana for a full-time dedication to lead birders and walkers from all over the world.
Manu is a wildlife enthusiast almost since birth. Has years of experience as group leader and heritage expert, and has been organising professional birding and walking tours since 2004.
Due to his love for Nature, he founded the tour company Platalea and the non-profit organisation Brizna to preserve the local natural heritage.
However, his latest project is Wild Donana for a full-time dedication to lead birders and walkers from all over the world.
Area
Donana National Park, Odiel Marshes Biosphere Reserve, Sierra Morena and Tarifa
Area Birds
Iberian Magpie, Spanish Imperial Eagle, Iberian Grey Shrike, Iberian Chiffchaff
Donana National Park, Odiel Marshes Biosphere Reserve, Sierra Morena and Tarifa
Area Birds
Iberian Magpie, Spanish Imperial Eagle, Iberian Grey Shrike, Iberian Chiffchaff
Interests
Birdwatching
Birdwatching
Manuel Birding Tarifa
Maps
Tarifa, Cadiz/Andalucia, Spain
Company
Birding Tarifa
Available
Anytime
Languages
Spanish and English
Note
Since he started to study Environmental Sciences in Huelva, Manuel has combined the university with volunteering for SEO Birdlife and Donana Biological Station, in addition to work like environmental educator in the Odiel Marshes. Later, in 2007 he got to be an Expert Ringer by the Donana Biological Station. Since 2012 he has been the head of Birding Tarifa and Manuel has worked as a zoology teacher at the Huelva University, has taught talks and courses for SEO Birdlife and worked in Donana National Park in several bird banding and tracking projects for the Andalusian Government and the Station Biological of Donana (Glossy Ibis, Spoonbill, Black Kites, Black necked Grebe? )
Since he started to study Environmental Sciences in Huelva, Manuel has combined the university with volunteering for SEO Birdlife and Donana Biological Station, in addition to work like environmental educator in the Odiel Marshes. Later, in 2007 he got to be an Expert Ringer by the Donana Biological Station. Since 2012 he has been the head of Birding Tarifa and Manuel has worked as a zoology teacher at the Huelva University, has taught talks and courses for SEO Birdlife and worked in Donana National Park in several bird banding and tracking projects for the Andalusian Government and the Station Biological of Donana (Glossy Ibis, Spoonbill, Black Kites, Black necked Grebe? )
Area
Tarifa/Strait of Gibraltar/Cadiz/Donana/Morocco
Area Birds
Egyptian vulture, Bonelli's eagle, Spanish imperial eagle, Marbled duck...
Tarifa/Strait of Gibraltar/Cadiz/Donana/Morocco
Area Birds
Egyptian vulture, Bonelli's eagle, Spanish imperial eagle, Marbled duck...
Interests
Birdwatching
Birdwatching
Guillermo Gonzalez
Maps
Artenara, Las palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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Company
Gran Canaria Sightseeing Ecotourism
Social Media
Available
Anytime
Languages
Spanish, English
Guillermo is an enthusiastic Canary Islands Official tour guide focused on Natural History, specially Birding, and archaeology. He worked four years as a birdwatching guide in the sourroundings of Donana National Park, and now he is working as a birding guide in Gran Canaria, knowing the birding hotspots, secrets, histories and curiosities of the island.
You will be able to enjoy the birds of the island and also the beauty of the environment in a private trip where you will see the birds that you want to see, and we adapt the route for you to maximize the joy of your experience!!
Pinewoods, Laurel Forest, Steppes, all included in the Canarian protected areas.
Area Birds
Fringilla polatzeki (only 350 birds in the whole world) Columba junoniae. All the endemics for the area and the island
Benjumea
Maps
, , Spain
Company
Ecotono Birding
Available
Anytime
Languages
English, Spanish
Note
With Ecotono Birding you will meet the most beautiful, richness and unknown areas for birds close to Sevilla and Andalusia.
In our half and full day tours you'll enjoy wild nature in the surroundings of Seville.
Birdwatching and Nature walking are easy in every season of the year. We conform the tour to your requirements, birding, photography, walks, interesting species, etc let know what do you want and we'll make your tour.
Ecotono Birding is a Birding Guide company which only uses professional and multilingual (English Spanish) local guides on our tours.
You will be guided by expert ornithologists who love our work.
More than 15 years working with nature and birds.
Your small groups guarantee personal attention during the whole tour and the chances to see target species are much higher than travelling with larger groups.
Relaxed tours but with an extremely high success rate in finding the main specialities of every region.
Further info about trip reports available on our photo-blog
With Ecotono Birding you will meet the most beautiful, richness and unknown areas for birds close to Sevilla and Andalusia.
In our half and full day tours you'll enjoy wild nature in the surroundings of Seville.
Birdwatching and Nature walking are easy in every season of the year. We conform the tour to your requirements, birding, photography, walks, interesting species, etc let know what do you want and we'll make your tour.
Ecotono Birding is a Birding Guide company which only uses professional and multilingual (English Spanish) local guides on our tours.
You will be guided by expert ornithologists who love our work.
More than 15 years working with nature and birds.
Your small groups guarantee personal attention during the whole tour and the chances to see target species are much higher than travelling with larger groups.
Relaxed tours but with an extremely high success rate in finding the main specialities of every region.
Further info about trip reports available on our photo-blog
Note
Pau Lucio is the main tour guide for all tours. Forestry Engineer and MSc. in Environmental Science, was born in Gandia (Valencia). He has collaborated with Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust Slimbridge (UK) as a reserve warden. He has worked also as a warden in the coastal mountains of Gandia. Currently he is involved in conservation projects about bird migration and the importance of Spanish coastal wetlands. He is very keen on ringing and he is one of the members who runs the ringing station in Pego-Oliva Marsh Natural Park. He speaks Spanish (native tongue), Catalan and English.
Pau Lucio is the main tour guide for all tours. Forestry Engineer and MSc. in Environmental Science, was born in Gandia (Valencia). He has collaborated with Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust Slimbridge (UK) as a reserve warden. He has worked also as a warden in the coastal mountains of Gandia. Currently he is involved in conservation projects about bird migration and the importance of Spanish coastal wetlands. He is very keen on ringing and he is one of the members who runs the ringing station in Pego-Oliva Marsh Natural Park. He speaks Spanish (native tongue), Catalan and English.
Carles Oliver
Maps
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Company
Barcelona Birding Point
Available
Anytime
Languages
Catalan, English, Spanish
I'm a professional birding guide owning a birding company based in Barcelona. I guide tours all around Catalonia, Spain, Morocco and a number of other countries in Europe and Africa.
I'm 38, in 2020, and a passionate birdwatcher since I was 12.
Lleida Steppes, Pyrenees, Ebro Delta, Llobregat Delta, Aiguamolls
Area Birds
Nearly all birds appearing in Catalonia
