The Melanoptilaglabrirostris

The Melanoptilaglabrirostris, the bird which is popularly called the black catbird has been declining in population over the past few decades. This is apparently occurring due to the fact that its habitats have been converted to coconut plantations and to the development of tourist resorts. The more construction that occurs, the more of the population gets displaced. As time passes the demise of the Black Catbird is falling to a more rapid decline over recent years. The decline has been moderately rapid these birds' population has been classified as threatened.

Two very distinctive traits, the highlands and the lowlands define Guatemala. Each area has it’s own unique look and it’s own unique inhabitants. The thick jungles of the highlands to the filled with natural wonders and spectacles lowlands, there are monuments here that can’t be seen anywhere else on the planet. For now, let’s concentrate on the amazing wildlife and geography of the Guatemala highlands.

One of the defining characteristics for the survival of all wildlife in the Guatemala Highlands is the mountain chain known called the Sierra Madre. It stretches from the Mexican border down to the mid highlands reaching El Salvador. The most intriguing part of this mountain chain is that it’s defined by volcanic cones, including a volcano that is over 13,000 feet tall called Tajumulco.  

If you are looking for a good adventure, then Yucatan is definitely the place to be. The Yucatan Peninsula is filled with many wondrous places and sights to see, which include vast tropical jungles rich with diverse wildlife, tropical and migratory bird species, and ancient stone ruins of the Mayan civilization.

The wildlife in Yucatan is highly varied because of the abundant ecosystem in the entire peninsula. In places the natural habitats of the animals and birds are well preserved in form of sanctuaries, biospheres, reserves, and national parks. In Yucatan you will see all kinds of interesting creatures from beautiful birds to fearsome-looking crocodiles.

Birding is very popular around the world. This is no surprise, because in the busy and stressful lives many people lead there is a  need to be close to nature and observe creatures in their natural habitat, which as well as satisfying a need for peace and quiet, also makes people feel good. The interest in birding continues to grow each day, as more and more people decide to take it up and see what nature has to offer.

Mexico has huge differences in climate and landscape, which results in a wide variety of flora and fauna. From mountains and jungles to crystal clear ocean waters and coral reefs, there is a lot for the traveler to see.