Colombian Endemic Birds Explorer
Discover Colombia's extraordinary endemic bird diversity through our interactive map-based explorer. Navigate through 11 distinct biogeographic regions, from the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta to the Amazon Basin, and explore the unique species found nowhere else on Earth.
11 Distinct Regions
Explore each biogeographic region with accurate boundaries and endemic species data
Detailed Information
Access comprehensive species data, eBird links, and conservation status information
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Why Colombia Has the World's Highest Bird Diversity
Colombia's unique position and diverse geography across 11 distinct biogeographic regions create the perfect conditions for extraordinary bird endemism
Located at the intersection of North and South America, with connections to both continents and unique biogeographic regions including the Chocó hotspot and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
From sea level to 5,775m elevation across three separate Andean ranges, creating diverse climate zones and isolated mountain systems that promote speciation and endemism.
11 distinct biogeographic regions including Amazon rainforest, Andean cloud forests, Caribbean dry forests, Pacific rainforest, and high-altitude páramo grasslands.
11 Distinct Biogeographic Regions
Each region represents a unique combination of climate, elevation, and evolutionary history, resulting in specialized bird communities and endemic species.
Conservation is Critical
Many of Colombia's endemic species are threatened by habitat loss, climate change, and human activities. Responsible birding tourism helps fund conservation efforts and provides economic incentives for habitat protection across all 11 biogeographic regions.
Why Colombia?
Colombia is home to more bird species than any other country in the world, with over 1,900 recorded species. Of these, approximately 78+ species are endemic, meaning they are found nowhere else on Earth. This extraordinary diversity is the result of Colombia's unique geography, which includes three separate Andean mountain ranges, two coastlines, Amazon rainforest, and diverse ecosystems ranging from sea level to over 5,700 meters in elevation.
11 Distinct Regions
Colombia's bird endemism is distributed across 11 distinct biogeographic regions, each with unique characteristics and specialized habitats:
Ready to Experience Colombia's Endemic Birds?
Join our expert-guided tours to witness these incredible species in their natural habitats. From the cloud forests of the Andes to the rainforests of the Chocó, discover the birds found nowhere else on Earth.
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