Crooked Tree Birdwatching Tour

The huge Ringed Kingfishers are active on the causeway.  Along the more solitary creeks, we will be looking for the ultra-elusive Agami Heron and the shy Boat-billed Herons.  On the mud flats, sometimes Roseate Spoonbills gather in the hundreds and mingle with Purple Gallinule and Northern Jacanas.  Snail Kites, Osprey and Great Black-Hawks are also commonly found along the creeks.

As we exit this site, we have chances of spotting Crane Hawk and Yellow-headed Parrots along the savannahs.  This is also a good spot for Vermilion Flycatchers and Fork-tailed Flycatchers.  Look above for soaring White-tailed Hawks and Wood Storks.

Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary is an internationally recognized Ramsar site, meaning it is designated as a wetland of global importance under the Ramsar Convention. This designation highlights its critical role in supporting biodiversity, particularly for migratory birds. During peak season, thousands of birds, including the iconic Jabiru Stork—the largest flying bird in the Americas—congregate in these wetlands, creating an unforgettable spectacle.

Continuing into the peaceful village of Crooked Tree, we step into a place steeped in history. Once a vital British logging settlement, Crooked Tree played a key role in the mahogany trade. Today, the village remains a charming, rural community where residents live harmoniously with the surrounding wetlands. The sanctuary was established in 1984 to protect these ecosystems, ensuring that both wildlife and local traditions endure.