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Colombia

General Information

Colombia is located in the northwest of South America, bordering the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Venezuela and Brazil to the east, and Ecuador and Peru to the south. This country is situated in a unique geographical position, as it encompasses a wide range of ecosystems and natural regions, from tropical coasts to the Andes mountains and the Amazon rainforest. Colombia´s geography is very diverse, with a large number of rivers, lakes, wetlands, and protected areas that offer a wide range of opportunities for nature observation.

In terms of how to get to Colombia, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, such as El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, which is the largest and most congested in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to reach different parts of the country. You can also use land transportation, such as buses or taxis, to travel on the roads and highways that connect the different cities and regions. In some areas, especially in rural or jungle areas, it may be necessary to use boats or trails to access more remote places. It is essential to keep in mind that, depending on the time of year and weather conditions, some roads or routes may be closed or inaccessible.

Colombia has a wide range of natural environments and landscapes, from tropical forests and jungles to mountains and páramos. The Andes mountain range runs through the country from north to south, creating a wide range of ecosystems and microclimates. In the Amazon region, there are extensive areas of tropical rainforest, with rivers and lakes that offer a high level of biodiversity. On the coasts, you can find beaches, mangroves, and wetlands, which are habitats for a wide variety of birds and other animals. In general, Colombia´s climate is tropical, with warm temperatures and high humidity levels in most regions. However, in the higher areas, such as the páramos and mountains, the climate can be cooler and drier.

In terms of logistics for visiting and exploring Colombia, it is essential to keep in mind that the country has a significant amount of tourist infrastructure, including hotels, restaurants, and travel agencies. In the larger cities, such as Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali, you can find a wide range of services and facilities for visitors. In rural and jungle areas, it may be necessary to plan ahead and hire guides or transportation services to access more remote places. It is also important to be aware of the restrictions and regulations that may apply in some protected areas or conservation zones. In general, Colombia is a country with a rich natural and cultural heritage, and offers a wide range of opportunities for nature observation and exploration of its landscapes and ecosystems.

Planning and preparation are key to a successful visit to Colombia. It is essential to research and obtain information about weather conditions, roads, and access routes, as well as about the services and facilities available in different regions. It is also important to respect the regulations and restrictions that apply in protected areas and conservation zones, and to take measures to minimize the environmental and cultural impact of the visit. With proper planning and preparation, Colombia can be an exciting and rewarding destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

In summary, Colombia is a country with a great geographical and natural diversity, offering a wide range of opportunities for nature observation and exploration of its landscapes and ecosystems. With proper planning and preparation, visitors can enjoy an exciting and rewarding experience in this South American country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1GalliformesCracidaeAndean GuanPava AndinaPenelope montagniiNative
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2PodicipediformesPodicipedidaePied-billed GrebeMacá Pico GruesoMergulhão-caçadorPodilymbus podicepsNative
 LC 
3ColumbiformesColumbidaeEared DoveTorcaza ComúnAvoanteZenaida auriculataNative
 LC 
4GruiformesRallidaeAmerican CootFocha AmericanaFulica americanaNative
 LC 
5ApodiformesTrochilidaeSparkling VioletearColibrí GrandeBeija-flor-violetaColibri coruscansNative
  
6Mexican VioletearColibrí ChicoColibri thalassinusNative
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7Glowing PufflegCalzoncitos RelucienteEriocnemis vestitaNative
 LC 
8Shining SunbeamColibrí ParamunoAglaeactis cupripennisNative
 LC 
9Collared IncaInca CollarejoCoeligena torquataNative
 LC 
10Blue-throated StarfrontletInca BuchirrosadoCoeligena heliantheaNative
 LC 
11Black-tailed TrainbearerCometa ColinegroLesbia victoriaeNative
 LC 
12Tyrian MetaltailMetalura ColirrojaMetallura tyrianthinaNative
 LC 
13White-bellied WoodstarRumbito PechiblancoChaetocercus mulsantNative
 LC 
14PiciformesPicidaeSmoky-brown WoodpeckerCarpintero Oliva OscuroLeuconotopicus fumigatusNative
 LC 
15FalconiformesFalconidaeMerlinEsmerejónEsmerilhãoFalco columbariusNative
 LC 
16PasseriformesTyrannidaeTropical KingbirdSuirirí RealSuiririTyrannus melancholicusNative
 LC 
17Eastern Wood PeweePibí OrientalPiui-verdadeiroContopus virensNative
 LC 
18Streak-throated Bush TyrantBirro GrandeMyiotheretes striaticollisNative
 LC 
19GrallariidaeChestnut-crowned AntpittaTororoí ComprapánGrallaria ruficapillaNative
 LC 
20FurnariidaeSilvery-throated SpinetailPijuí de Garganta PlateadaSynallaxis subpudicaNative
 LC 
21TroglodytidaeSouthern House WrenRatona ComúnCorruiraTroglodytes musculusNative
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22TurdidaeGreat ThrushZorzal GrandeTurdus fuscaterNative
 LC 
23FringillidaeAndean SiskinJilguero AndinoSpinus spinescensNative
 LC 
24PasserellidaeGrey-browed BrushfinchMatorralero de Cabeza ListadaArremon assimilisNative
 LC 
25Rufous-collared SparrowChingoloTico-ticoZonotrichia capensisNative
 LC 
26ParulidaeBlackburnian WarblerReinita GorjinaranjaMariquita-papo-de-fogoSetophaga fuscaNative
 LC 
27Golden-fronted WhitestartCandelita CopetiamarillaMyioborus ornatusNative
 LC 
28ThraupidaeRufous-browed ConebillMielero RufoConirostrum rufumNative
 LC 
29Scarlet-bellied Mountain TanagerTangara EscarlataAnisognathus igniventrisNative
 LC 
30Grass-green TanagerTangará LoritoChlorornis riefferiiNative
 LC 
31Masked FlowerpiercerPinchaflor EnmascaradoDiglossa cyaneaNative
 LC 
32Black FlowerpiercerPinchaflor NegroDiglossa humeralisNative
 LC 
33Blue-grey TanagerAzulejo de JardínSanhaço-azulThraupis episcopusNative
 LC 
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