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Venezuela

General Information

Venezuela is located in the northern part of South America, bordering the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Guyana to the east, Brazil to the south, and Colombia to the west. The country´s geography is very diverse, with a wide range of ecosystems and environments, from the beaches and mangroves of the Caribbean coast to the mountains and valleys of the Andes, and the plains and savannas of the interior. The Andes mountain range runs through the western part of the country, while the Gran Sabana, a region of plateaus and tepuis, is located in the southeast. The climate varies depending on the region, with a tropical climate on the coast and a cooler climate in the mountains.

The transportation network in Venezuela is extensive, with roads connecting the main cities and towns, although the condition of the roads can vary depending on the region. The country has several international airports, such as Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas, which offers flights to destinations in the Americas and Europe. The seaports, such as La Guaira and Puerto Cabello, are also important for the transportation of goods and passengers. To access more remote areas, it is possible to use public transportation services, such as buses and taxis, or rent vehicles. However, it is essential to consider that the country´s political and economic situation can affect the availability and cost of these services.

Regarding the infrastructure for nature observation, Venezuela has several national parks and natural reserves, such as Canaima National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Henri Pittier National Park, which offers opportunities to observe the country´s biodiversity. The Gran Sabana is another region of interest, with its unique landscapes and opportunities to explore nature. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and obtain the necessary permits to access these areas, as some may require special authorizations. The best time to visit Venezuela depends on the region and weather conditions, but in general, the dry season, which runs from December to May, is the most favorable for nature observation.

The vegetation in Venezuela is very varied, with tropical forests, savannas, and páramos, among others. The country´s relief is equally diverse, with mountains, valleys, and plains that offer a wide range of landscapes and ecosystems. The rivers and lakes are also important, with the Orinoco River being the most notable, and Lake Maracaibo, which is the largest in the country. The Venezuelan coast is also notable, with beaches and cliffs that offer opportunities to observe marine life. In general, Venezuela is a country with a great natural wealth and a wide range of ecosystems, making it an attractive destination for those interested in nature observation.

In summary, Venezuela is a country with a great geographical and ecological diversity, offering many opportunities for nature observation. The transportation network and infrastructure for nature observation are adequate, although it is essential to plan ahead and obtain the necessary permits. The best time to visit the country depends on the region and weather conditions, but in general, the dry season is the most favorable. The vegetation, relief, and bodies of water in Venezuela are very varied, offering a wide range of landscapes and ecosystems to explore.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 21/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1CuculiformesCuculidaeCommon Squirrel CuckooTingazúAlma-de-gatoPiaya cayanaNative
 LC 
2CaprimulgiformesCaprimulgidaePauraqueCuriangoBacurauNyctidromus albicollisNative
 LC 
3ApodiformesTrochilidaeSparkling VioletearColibrí GrandeBeija-flor-violetaColibri coruscansNative
  
4StrigiformesStrigidaeTropical Screech OwlAlilicucú ComúnCorujinha-do-matoMegascops cholibaNative
 LC 
5AccipitriformesAccipitridaeWhite-tailed HawkAguilucho Alas LargasGavião-de-rabo-brancoGeranoaetus albicaudatusNative
 LC 
6TrogoniformesTrogonidaeGreen-backed TrogonSurucuá de Panza AmarillaSurucuá-grande-de-barriga-amarelaTrogon viridisNative
 LC 
7PiciformesRamphastidaeBlack-necked AracariTilingo CuellinegroAraçari-de-bico-brancoPteroglossus aracariNative
 LC 
8FalconiformesFalconidaeCrested CaracaraCaranchoCarcaráCaracara plancusNative
 LC 
9Yellow-headed CaracaraChimachimaCarrapateiroDaptrius chimachimaNative
 LC 
10Bat FalconHalcón Negro ChicoCauréFalco rufigularisNative
 LC 
11PsittaciformesPsittacidaeBrown-throated ParakeetLorito Cara SuciaPeriquito-de-bochecha-pardaEupsittula pertinaxNative
 LC 
12PasseriformesPipridaeOrange-bellied ManakinSaltarín VentrinaranjaDançador-do-tepuiLepidothrix suavissimaNative
 LC 
13TyrannidaeCommon Tody-FlycatcherMosqueta Pico PalaFerreirinho-relógioTodirostrum cinereumNative
 LC 
14Greenish ElaeniaFiofío Corona DoradaGuaracava-de-crista-alaranjadaMyiopagis viridicataNative
 LC 
15White-throated TyrannuletPiojito GargantillaAlegrinho-de-garganta-brancaMecocerculus leucophrysNative
 LC 
16Boat-billed FlycatcherPitanguáNeineiMegarynchus pitanguaNative
 LC 
17MimidaeTropical MockingbirdCenzontle TropicalSabiá-da-praiaMimus gilvusNative
 LC 
18TurdidaeBlack-hooded ThrushParaulata CabecinegraSabiá-de-cabeça-pretaTurdus olivaterNative
 LC 
19Black-billed ThrushZorzal PiquinegroCaraxué-de-bico-pretoTurdus ignobilisNative
 LC 
20FringillidaeViolaceous EuphoniaTangará AmarilloGaturamo-verdadeiroEuphonia violaceaNative
 LC 
21PasserellidaeGrassland SparrowCachilo Ceja AmarillaTico-tico-do-campoAmmodramus humeralisNative
 LC 
22Rufous-collared SparrowChingoloTico-ticoZonotrichia capensisNative
 LC 
23Tepui BrushfinchAtlapetes MontañeroTico-tico-do-tepuiAtlapetes personatusNative
 LC 
24IcteridaeGreen OropendolaOropéndola VerdeJapu-verdePsarocolius viridisNative
 LC 
25Carib GrackleTordito NegroIraúna-do-norteQuiscalus lugubrisNative
 LC 
26CardinalidaeSummer TanagerTangara VeraneraSanhaçu-vermelhoPiranga rubraNative
 LC 
27ThraupidaeBlue DacnisSaí AzulSaí-azulDacnis cayanaNative
 LC 
28Guira TanagerSaíra DoradaSaíra-de-papo-pretoHemithraupis guiraNative
 LC 
29Silver-beaked TanagerFueguero OscuroPipira-vermelhaRamphocelus carboNative
 LC 
30Paramo SeedeaterSemillero ParameroPatativa-da-amazôniaCatamenia homochroaNative
 LC 
31Greater FlowerpiercerDiglossa MayorFura-flor-grandeDiglossa majorNative
 LC 
32Black-faced TanagerFrutero Cara NegraSanhaçu-de-coleiraSchistochlamys melanopisNative
 LC 
33Chestnut-bellied Seed FinchCurióCurióSporophila angolensisNative
 LC 
34Ruddy-breasted SeedeaterEspiguero MenudoCaboclinho-lindoSporophila minutaNative
 LC 
35Burnished-buff TanagerSaíra Pecho NegroSaíra-amarelaStilpnia cayanaNative
 LC 
36Black-headed TanagerTangara CopinoSaíra-de-cabeça-pretaStilpnia cyanopteraNative
 LC 
37Paradise TanagerTangara del ParaísoSete-cores-da-amazôniaTangara chilensisNative
 LC 
38Turquoise TanagerTangara TurquesaSaíra-de-bandoTangara mexicanaNative
 LC 
39Blue-grey TanagerAzulejo de JardínSanhaço-azulThraupis episcopusNative
 LC 
40Palm TanagerCelestino OliváceoSanhaco-do-coqueiroThraupis palmarumNative
 LC 
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