{"id":3539,"date":"2022-11-01T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/garden-birds-of-bonaire\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T11:34:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T15:34:41","slug":"blog-garden-birds-bonaire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-garden-birds-bonaire\/","title":{"rendered":"Garden birds of Bonaire"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>html[dir=\"rtl\"] .wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li.wp-block-navigation-submenu .wp-block-navigation-submenu__toggle img{margin-left:12px}html[dir=\"rtl\"] .wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li.wp-block-navigation-submenu ul.isHorizontal li{text-align:right}html[dir=\"rtl\"] .wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li.wp-block-navigation-submenu ul.isHorizontal li a img{margin-left:12px}.wpml-language-switcher-block{display:flex;box-sizing:border-box;width:100% !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block>.wp-block-navigation-item,.wpml-language-switcher-block>.wp-block-navigation-item>div{display:flex;width:100% !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wp-block-navigation__container{background:unset !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hide-arrow .wp-block-navigation__submenu-icon{display:none}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown .wp-block-navigation-submenu__toggle.wpml-ls-keyboard-focus ~ .wp-block-navigation__submenu-container,.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown li.open-on-hover-click .wp-block-navigation-submenu__toggle:focus ~ .wp-block-navigation__submenu-container,.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown li.open-on-hover-click .wp-block-navigation-submenu__toggle:focus-within ~ .wp-block-navigation__submenu-container,.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown li.open-on-hover-click:focus-within>.wp-block-navigation__submenu-container{visibility:visible;opacity:1;display:block;overflow:visible}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li button{padding:0}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li button+.isHorizontal{min-width:inherit !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li button+.isHorizontal li{width:inherit !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li button+.isHorizontal li a{display:flex;align-items:center;min-width:max-content}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li.wp-block-navigation-submenu ul.isHorizontal{margin:0;min-width:inherit !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li.wp-block-navigation-submenu ul.isHorizontal li{width:inherit !important;text-align:left}.wpml-language-switcher-block .wpml-ls-dropdown ul li.wp-block-navigation-submenu ul.isHorizontal li a{display:flex;align-items:center;min-width:max-content}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul{list-style-type:none !important;padding:0 !important;width:100%}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul li{margin:0}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul li>a.wp-block-navigation-item__content:focus{outline:1px solid #2F7D92}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul li.is-focused{outline:1px solid #2F7D92}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.wp-block-navigation__submenu-container{border:inherit !important;background-color:unset !important;min-width:unset !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.wp-block-navigation__submenu-container .wp-block-navigation-item{border-radius:0 !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.wp-block-navigation__submenu-container .wp-block-navigation-item a{display:flex;align-items:center;min-width:max-content;padding:1px}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.horizontal-list{display:flex;flex-direction:row;align-items:center;justify-content:flex-start;margin:0 !important;gap:1em !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.horizontal-list li{display:inline-block;margin:0;line-height:100%}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.horizontal-list li a{line-height:100%}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.center-justify{justify-content:center}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.center-justify .wp-block-navigation-item{justify-content:center}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.right-justify{justify-content:right}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.right-justify .wp-block-navigation-item{justify-content:right}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.space_between-justify{justify-content:space-between}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.space_between-justify li>div{white-space:nowrap}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasHoverColor:hover{color:var(--hover-color) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasHoverBackgroundColor:hover{background-color:var(--hover-background-color) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.isHorizontal{padding-left:0;list-style:none}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.isHorizontal li{display:inline;margin-left:0}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.isHorizontal li div{display:inline-block}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.hasSpacing.isHorizontal li:not(:last-child){margin-right:var(--language-spacing) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.hasSpacing.isVertical li:not(:last-child){margin-bottom:var(--language-spacing) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.hasSpacing.isVertical .wp-block-navigation-item>div,.wpml-language-switcher-block ul.hasSpacing.isVertical .wp-block-navigation-item>div>a{display:inline-flex;align-items:center}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasHoverColor:hover{color:var(--hover-color) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasHoverBackgroundColor:hover{background-color:var(--hover-background-color) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasFontSize{font-size:var(--font-size) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasLetterSpacing{letter-spacing:var(--letter-spacing) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasTextTransform{text-transform:var(--text-transform) !important}.wpml-language-switcher-block .hasFontFamily{font-family:var(--font-family) !important}.wpml-ls-flag{display:inline-block}.wpml-ls-flag-style-btn{border:0px transparent;padding-top:3px !important}.wpml-ls-flag-style-btn.black-bg{background-color:black}.wpml-ls-flag-style-btn.transparent-bg{background-color:transparent}.wpml-ls-control-row{border:solid 1px #949494;border-radius:2px;margin-bottom:8px}.wpml-ls-control-row-with-padding{padding:1px}.wpml-ls-number-control{max-width:100%;width:100%}.wpml-ls-slider-control-alert{margin-top:5px !important}.wpml-ls-slider .ant-slider-track{background-color:#3858E9}.wpml-ls-slider .ant-slider-handle{border:solid 1px black}.wpml-ls-control-blue{color:#2F7D92}.wpml-ls-number-with-unit-select select{color:#2F7D92;font-weight:700}.wpml-ls-control-grey{color:#757575}.wpml-ls-control-bg-grey{background-color:#a6a6a6}.wpml-ls-control-font{font-family:\"SF Pro Text\", sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-weight:400 !important;font-size:13px !important;line-height:140% !important}.wpml-ls-option-btn-col{padding:0.5px}.wpml-ls-no-borders{border:none}.ant-col-8.wpml-ls-option-btn-col{display:inline-flex}.wpml-ls-three-btn-row .wpml-ls-option-btn-wrap{padding-top:8px;padding-bottom:8px;white-space:normal;word-break:break-word}.wpml-ls-three-btn-row .ant-btn-no-height-less-padding{height:unset;padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px}.wpml-ls-full-width{width:100%}.wpml-ls-toggle-control .components-form-toggle.is-checked>.components-form-toggle__track{background-color:#2F7D92;border-color:#2F7D92}.wpml-ls-toggle-control .components-form-toggle.is-checked>.components-form-toggle__thumb{background-color:white}.wpml-ls-toggle-control .components-form-toggle>.components-form-toggle__track{background-color:white;border-color:#373737}.wpml-ls-toggle-control .components-form-toggle>.components-form-toggle__thumb{background-color:#373737}.ant-select-dropdown{min-width:45px !important;max-width:45px !important;width:45px !important}.wpml-ls-color-control{border:1px solid #DDDDDD;border-bottom:0px;padding:10px;box-sizing:border-box}.wpml-ls-color-control.wpml-ls-with-bottom-border{border-bottom:1px solid #DDDDDD}.wpml-ls-color-control .wpml-ls-icon-no-color:hover{cursor:pointer}.wpml-ls-color-control .component-color-indicator{width:25px;height:25px;box-shadow:0px 0px 2px 1px lightgrey}.wpml-ls-color-control .component-color-indicator:hover{cursor:pointer}.wpml-ls-color-control .wpml-ls-color-title{top:3px}.wpml-ls-dimension-control{border-top:solid 1px #e0e0e0}.wpml-ls-dimension-control .components-panel__arrow{visibility:hidden}.wpml-ls-panel-settings-dropdown-container{position:absolute;right:0px}.wpml-ls-icon-link{width:24px;height:24px;top:3px;border-radius:2px}.ant-input-number-handler-wrap{display:none !important}.ant-input-number-input{padding-right:0px !important;padding-left:3px !important}.block-editor-contrast-checker+.block-editor-contrast-checker{display:none}.current-language-item{display:flex;align-items:center;min-height:30px}.current-language-item .wp-block-navigation-item__content>div{display:flex;align-items:center}.wpml-ls-fontLetterCase-control button.components-button.has-icon{margin-right:0 !important;min-width:30px !important;height:30px !important}.wpml-ls-fontLetterSpacing-control div.components-input-control__container{top:4px}[data-wpml='language-item']:first-of-type{margin-top:5px !important}.wpml-ls-dimension-panel .components-panel__arrow{display:none}.wpml-ls-typography-panel .components-panel__arrow{display:none}.wpml-ls-panel-settings-dropdown-container>div>button>span.anticon-more{font-size:large;margin-right:10px}.wpml-ls-panel-settings-dropdown-container>div>button>span.anticon-plus{font-size:medium;margin-right:10px}.wpml-ls-color-panel .wpml-ls-color-panel-wrap button.components-button:focus{outline:2px solid #2F7D92;color:#2F7D92}.wpml-ls-color-panel .wpml-ls-color-panel-wrap button.components-button:hover{color:#2F7D92 !important}.wpml-ls-option-btn-wrap:focus{outline:4px solid #2F7D92}.wpml-ls-option-btn-wrap:hover:not(.wpml-ls-option-btn-wrap[data-selected=\"true\"]){outline:2px solid #2F7D92;color:#2F7D92 !important}.wpml-ls-toggle-control .components-toggle-control__label:hover{color:#2F7D92}.components-input-control__container:hover .components-input-control__backdrop{border-color:#2F7D92 !important}input.components-input-control__input:focus ~ .components-input-control__backdrop{outline:2px solid #2F7D92 !important}.components-toggle-group-control[role=\"radiogroup\"]:hover{border-color:#2F7D92}.components-toggle-group-control[role=\"radiogroup\"] .components-toggle-group-control-option-base[role=\"radio\"]:hover{color:#2F7D92}.components-toggle-group-control[role=\"radiogroup\"] .components-toggle-group-control-option-base[role=\"radio\"]:focus{color:#2F7D92;outline:2px solid #2F7D92}.ant-slider .ant-slider-handle:not(.ant-tooltip-open){background-color:#2F7D92 !important;border-color:#373737}.ant-slider:hover .ant-slider-handle:not(.ant-tooltip-open),.ant-slider .ant-slider-handle:focus{background-color:#373737 !important;border-color:#2F7D92}.wpml-ls-typography-panel .components-panel__body .ant-col{margin-bottom:12px}.wpml-ls-fontSize-control div[aria-label=\"Font size\"]{margin-bottom:12px}.wpml-ls-fontSize-control .wpml-ls-fontLetterSpacing-control{display:grid;place-items:center;align-self:center}\n\n<\/style><div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Taalwisselaar\" id=\"\" class=\"wpml-language-switcher-block is-layout-flex is-responsive has-child-selected wp-block-navigation\"><div class=\"wp-block wp-block-navigation-item has-link has-child wp-block-navigation-submenu\"><div class=\"wpml-ls-dropdown open-on-hover-click \"><script>\n            (function() {\n              if (typeof window.wpmlLSBlockKeyboard === 'undefined') {\n                window.wpmlLSBlockKeyboard = true;\n                document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n                  var toggles = document.querySelectorAll('.wp-block-navigation-submenu__toggle[tabindex=\"0\"]');\n                  toggles.forEach(function(toggle) {\n                    var isClickMode = toggle.closest('.open-on-click');\n                    if (isClickMode) {\n                      toggle.addEventListener('keydown', function(e) {\n                        if (e.key === 'Enter' || e.key === ' ') {\n                          e.preventDefault();\n                          toggle.click();\n                        }\n                      });\n                    } else {\n                      toggle.addEventListener('keydown', function(e) {\n                        if (e.key === 'ArrowDown') {\n                          e.preventDefault();\n                          toggle.classList.add('wpml-ls-keyboard-focus');\n                          var submenu = toggle.nextElementSibling;\n                          if (submenu) {\n                            var firstLink = submenu.querySelector('a');\n                            if (firstLink) firstLink.focus();\n                          }\n                        } else if (e.key === 'Escape') {\n                          e.preventDefault();\n                          toggle.classList.remove('wpml-ls-keyboard-focus');\n                        }\n                      });\n                      toggle.addEventListener('focus', function() {\n                        toggle.classList.add('wpml-ls-keyboard-focus');\n                      });\n                      toggle.addEventListener('blur', function() {\n                        var parent = toggle.closest('li');\n                        setTimeout(function() {\n                          if (parent && !parent.contains(document.activeElement)) {\n                            toggle.classList.remove('wpml-ls-keyboard-focus');\n                          }\n                        }, 100);\n                      });\n                      document.addEventListener('click', function(e) {\n                        var dropdown = toggle.closest('.wpml-ls-dropdown');\n                        if (dropdown && !dropdown.contains(e.target)) {\n                          toggle.classList.remove('wpml-ls-keyboard-focus');\n                        }\n                      });\n                    }\n                  });\n                });\n              }\n            })();\n          <\/script><ul class=\"wp-block-navigation__container\"><li class=\"wp-block-navigation-item has-child wp-block-navigation-submenu open-on-hover-click\"><div class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content wp-block-navigation-submenu__toggle\" aria-controls=\"wpml-ls-submenu-default\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" aria-label=\"Taalschakelaar, druk op tab om naar andere talen te navigeren\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"current-language-item\" style=\"display:flex;cursor:pointer\" data-wpml=\"current-language-item\" aria-current=\"page\"><div style=\"display:inline-block\" class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"><div aria-current=\"page\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"wpml-ls-flag\" class=\"wpml-ls-flag\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flags\/USflag.png\" style=\"margin-right:4px;width:18px;height:12px;border-radius:0%;object-fit:unset\" size=\"24\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" data-wpml=\"flag-url\"><span data-wpml=\"label\" data-wpml-label-type=\"native\" class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label \">English<\/span><\/div><\/div><span class=\"wp-block-navigation__submenu-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewbox=\"0 0 12 12\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M1.50002 4L6.00002 8L10.5 4\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-navigation__submenu-container isHorizontal\" style=\"id:wpml-ls-submenu-default;flex-wrap:nowrap\" aria-label=\"Beschikbare talen\" data-is-drop-zone=\"true\"><li class=\"wp-block-navigation-item \" data-wpml=\"language-item\"><div><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\" style=\"color:#00576a;--hover-color:#00576a99\" data-wpml=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/\" aria-label=\"Switch to Nederlands\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"wpml-ls-flag\" class=\"wpml-ls-flag\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/sitepress-multilingual-cms\/res\/flags\/nl.svg\" style=\"margin-right:4px;width:18px;height:12px;border-radius:0%;object-fit:unset\" size=\"24\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" data-wpml=\"flag-url\"><span style=\"color:#00576a;--hover-color:#00576a99\" data-wpml=\"label\" data-wpml-label-type=\"native\" class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label  hasHoverColor\">Nederlands<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The tropical gardens of Bonaire are green oases that attract many birds. Do you want to know which birds you can simply spot in your garden on Bonaire, or have you seen a garden bird on the island that you want to learn more about? Below, you find a list of all the garden birds of Bonaire. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#bde8f0\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Sharing Island Love<br><\/mark><\/strong><br>Thank you for your interest in our beautiful island in the Caribbean! We love sharing our passion for Bonaire with everyone \u2014 locals, visitors, and of course, with our guests during <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Our tours<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>. Curious how we do that? You can find all the details in <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/about-us\/about-us-sharing-island-love\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Sharing Island Love<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<br><br>With Island Love,<br><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"23\" class=\"wp-image-15481\" style=\"width: 150px;\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Bas-Jessica.png\" alt=\"Bas &amp; Jessica\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Have you seen all the garden birds? Explore the wild birds of Bonaire during our tours<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\" style=\"color:#00576a;background-color:#5dc0c9\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">Discover our tours<\/mark><\/strong><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">!<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><sub>Text continues below&#8230;<\/sub><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/birdwatching-tour\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"771\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/CTA-birdwatching-hummingbird-lovers.webp\" alt=\"Call to action button, stating &quot;Our Birdwatching Tours&quot; &quot;Join a Birdwatching Tour!&quot; with a picture two kissing hummingbirds.\" class=\"wp-image-10790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/CTA-birdwatching-hummingbird-lovers.webp 771w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/CTA-birdwatching-hummingbird-lovers-480x560.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 771px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Tropical Mockingbird <em>(Mimus gilvus)<\/em><\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Caribische-spotlijster.webp\" alt=\"The Tropical mockingbird (Mimus gilvus) is one of the birds on Bonaire that is commonly found in gardens. It is a gray bird with a long tail.\" class=\"wp-image-4872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Caribische-spotlijster.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Caribische-spotlijster-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Caribische-spotlijster-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A tropical mockingbird in the garden.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We call the <strong>Tropical Mockingbird<\/strong> (<em>chuchubi <\/em>in Papiamentu) the blackbird of Bonaire. In the morning, it consistently kicks off the bird concert with its beautiful melodies. But even throughout the rest of the day, this somewhat plain-looking bird often vocalizes loudly, making the other garden birds of Bonaire much quieter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mockingbird has a dark gray upper body and a white to light gray underbody. It has a black pointed beak and a black eye stripe extending from the beak. Its gracefully long tail is black with a white tip.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The loud singing mainly serves to ward off other members of its species from its territory. The mockingbird not only chases away members of its own species but also other birds, like the troupial. It feeds on fruits, seeds, and insects, but it also eats young birds, small lizards, and frogs. If you offer a bowl of fresh water in the garden, it will regularly come to drink, and if you&#8217;re lucky, it may even take a bath. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Grijze-koningstiran-tuinvogels.webp\" alt=\"The gray kingbird or grey kingbird (Tyrannus dominicensis) is a grey bird, common on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Grijze-koningstiran-tuinvogels.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Grijze-koningstiran-tuinvogels-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Grijze-koningstiran-tuinvogels-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gray Kingbird.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another gray bird is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-flycatchers-bonaire\/#The_Gray_Kingbird_Tyrannus_dominicensis\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Gray Kingbird<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>. This bird is featured in our blog about <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-flycatchers-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Bonaire&#8217;s flycatchers<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>. They are less frequently seen in gardens, but during our <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/birdwatching-tour\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Customized Birdwatching Tours<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>, we encounter them quite regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Bananaquit <em>(Coereba flaveola)<\/em><\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Suikerdiefje.webp\" alt=\"The Bananaquit (Coereba flaveola) is a black bird with a yellow belly that is commonly found on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Suikerdiefje.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Suikerdiefje-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Suikerdiefje-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Bananaquit has a stern appearance.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most well-known birds on Bonaire is the <strong>Bananaquit<\/strong>. You will definitely encounter it during your vacation! They are black birds with a yellow belly, which is why they are called <em>barika hel<\/em> (yellow belly) in Papiamentu. The head is adorned with a white eyebrow and drooping red corners of the mouth, giving the bird a somewhat stern appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naturally, the Bananaquit flies from flower to flower to obtain nectar. They peck a hole in the flower&#8217;s calyx to access it. They expand this sugar-rich diet with small insects. With the arrival of humans on Bonaire, these resourceful birds quickly realized that sugar bowls on tables contain much more sugar than flowers. Their name in Dutch translates to <em>sugar thief<\/em>. Not because they steal sugar from the table, but because they take the nectar by pecking at the flowers without assisting in pollination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People often feed tropical birds with sugar. However, it should be done in moderation, as too much sugar can also lead to diabetes in birds.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bananaquits breed throughout the year. They weave a spherical nest from grass, with an entrance on the side. You can find these nests not only in trees and bushes but also in decorative cacti and lampshades. Once the female approves of the nest, mating occurs. The female incubates the eggs and cares for the young.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Pearly-Eyed Thrasher <em>(Margarops fuscatus)<\/em><\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Witoogspotlijster.webp\" alt=\"The pearly-eyed thrasher (Chuchubi Spa\u00f1\u00f3 in Papiamentu) is one of the garden birds on Bonaire that enjoys taking a bath when you set up a bird bath in the garden. It is a brown bird with a light chest.\" class=\"wp-image-4877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Witoogspotlijster.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Witoogspotlijster-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Witoogspotlijster-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After an extensive bathing session, this pearly-eyed thrasher has fluffed up its plumage.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Pearly-eyed Thrasher<\/strong> is slightly sturdier than the Tropical Mockingbird and has the same diet. This brown bird has, as the name suggests, a beautiful pearly-white eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have a love-hate relationship with this bird. It can sing soft melodies for hours, a delight to drift away while lying in your hammock! It also loves water. If you place a water bowl, it will come to drink regularly. Once it trusts the watering spot enough, it indulges in extensive <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9G5k0vivwrg\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9G5k0vivwrg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">bathing sessions<\/mark><\/a>. No other bird bathes as elaborately and frequently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this thrasher also has less pleasant sides. At the feeding place, it prefers to be the sole ruler and attacks other birds out of the blue. Besides the lovely melodies, it can also scream deafeningly. But it&#8217;s quickly forgiven when it hops back to the water bowl&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Cayennetiran-tuinvogels.webp\" alt=\"The brown-crested flycatcher (Myiarchus tyrannulus) is a brown bird with a gray chest and yellow belly, common to Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Cayennetiran-tuinvogels.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Cayennetiran-tuinvogels-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Cayennetiran-tuinvogels-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brown-Crested Flycatcher.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-flycatchers-bonaire\/#The_Brown-crested_Flycatcher_Myiarchus_tyrannulus\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Brown-crested Flycatcher <\/mark><\/strong><\/a>(Myiarchus tyrannulus) bears some resemblance to the pearly-eyed thrasher, although you are less likely to encounter this brown bird with a gray chest and yellow belly in your garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>White-Tipped Dove <em>(Leptotila verreauxi)<\/em><\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Verraux-duif.webp\" alt=\"The white-tipped dove (Leptotila verreauxi) is a common gray dove frequently seen in the gardens of Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Verraux-duif.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Verraux-duif-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Verraux-duif-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The White-Tipped Dove has a patch of blue skin around the eye.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The W<strong>hite-tipped Dove<\/strong> (<em>Aladuru&nbsp;<\/em>in&nbsp;Papiamentu) is a common gray dove frequently seen in the gardens of Bonaire. The dove may appear dull at first glance. They are gray with a light underside, and there is a patch of blue skin around the eye. In flight, the White-tipped Dove surprises with its brown underwings. He also displays this when he wants to impress other birds. He stretches both wings upward to make himself appear larger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These doves forage in many gardens, especially when provided with seeds or peanuts by bird enthusiasts. They feed on what other birds drop on the ground. The white-tipped dove conserves its energy by reacting to danger differently than other birds; instead of flying away immediately, it seeks refuge in the nearest tree or bush, reserving flight as a last resort.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Eared Dove <em>(Zenaida auriculata)<\/em><\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Geoorde-treurduif.webp\" alt=\"The white-tipped dove (Zenaida auriculata) is a brown dove that can be found in the garden on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Geoorde-treurduif.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Geoorde-treurduif-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Geoorde-treurduif-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Eared Dove is an adventurer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another dove that you can come across in the garden is the <strong>eared dove<\/strong> (<em>Buladeifi <\/em>in Papiamentu). Like the White-tipped Dove, it is not very flashy. This light brown dove has only a few black spots on its wings and two stripes on its head as decorations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The eared dove eats seeds, which it finds under trees and shrubs. When in danger, it flies straight up to disappear among the leaves. In Papiamentu, its name means \u201cjumping dove.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer seeds to our garden birds. While most doves eat what other birds drop, the White-tipped Dove is a true adventurer. It eats directly from the feeding trays, just like the other birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Bare-Eyed Pigeon <em>(Columba corensis)<\/em><\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Naaktoogduif.webp\" alt=\"The Bare-eyed Pigeon (Columba corensis) is a pigeon with a black circle around its eye that is found on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4885\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Naaktoogduif.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Naaktoogduif-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Naaktoogduif-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Female (front) and male (back) Bare-eyed Pigeons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bare-eyed Pigeon<\/strong> (<em>Warbakoa <\/em>in Papiamentu) is a substantial bird with several beautiful details. It has a pink hue over its head and neck, neck scales that sometimes seem to light up, and a white wing edge. But its eyes are the most striking feature. Around the orange eye, there is a border of blue skin, and around that, the Bare-eyed Pigeon has a sharply defined black ring. A handsome appearance!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like other doves, the Bare-eyed Pigeon mainly lives on the ground. It eats seeds but occasionally indulges in fallen fruits from trees. It also builds those typical sloppy dove nests in trees, bushes, and cacti.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Black-Faced Grassquit (<strong>Melanospiza<\/strong> bicolor)<\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Black-faced-grass-quit-m-en-v.webp\" alt=\"Male (black) and female (gray) black-faced grassquit or ground finch (Tiaris bicolor), a small bird that is common on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Black-faced-grass-quit-m-en-v.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Black-faced-grass-quit-m-en-v-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Black-faced-grass-quit-m-en-v-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Male (black) and female (gray) black-faced grassquit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a garden with many open areas, you will also have visits from <strong>Black-faced Grassquits<\/strong> (<em>mofi<\/em> in Papiamentu). This small black bird forages inconspicuously, searching for food. In direct sunlight, you can see that its back is actually olive-green. If there&#8217;s a small gray bird nearby, you&#8217;ve spotted the female!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black-faced Grassquits have a typical finch-like beak that allows them to crack seeds. They mainly feed on grass and herb seeds, supplemented with insects and fruits. They communicate with each other using short chirps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Other Garden Birds<\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our other blogs, you will find more birds that you can also encounter in the gardens of Bonaire. To complete this blog, below the photos, you will find links to these blogs. They are listed in order from small to large.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Hummingbirds<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/groene-kolibrie-blauwstaartsmaragdkolibrie.webp\" alt=\"The green hummingbird of Bonaire, also known as the blue-tailed emerald (Chlorostilbon mellisugus), is hovering in flight to feed on nectar from a purple flower.\" class=\"wp-image-4832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/groene-kolibrie-blauwstaartsmaragdkolibrie.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/groene-kolibrie-blauwstaartsmaragdkolibrie-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/groene-kolibrie-blauwstaartsmaragdkolibrie-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Green Hummingbird (Blue-Tailed Emerald)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rode-kolibrie-muskietkolibrie.webp\" alt=\"A resting ruby-topaz hummingbird (Chrysolampis mosquitus) on a branch. It is the red hummingbird of Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rode-kolibrie-muskietkolibrie.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rode-kolibrie-muskietkolibrie-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rode-kolibrie-muskietkolibrie-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Red Hummingbird (Ruby-Topaz Hummingbird)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The gardens of Bonaire are blooming oases, attracting hummingbirds with delight! Read more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#1_Green_hummingbird_Chlorostilbon_mellisugus\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#1_Green_hummingbird_Chlorostilbon_mellisugus\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">green hummingbird<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (blue-tailed emerald, locally known as <em>blenchi<\/em> in Papiamentu). Also, a red hummingbird is found in Bonairean gardens, although it is seen less frequently. Learn more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#2_Red_hummingbird_Chrysolampis_mosquitus\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#2_Red_hummingbird_Chrysolampis_mosquitus\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">red hummingbird<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (ruby-topaz hummingbird, also known as <em>d\u00f2rnasol<\/em> in Papiamentu). We also have a photoblog about <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">The Hummingbirds of Bonaire<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Saffron Finch<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Saffraanvink-petje.webp\" alt=\"The saffron finch (Sicalis flaveola) is a yellow bird with an orange cap, common on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Saffraanvink-petje.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Saffraanvink-petje-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Saffraanvink-petje-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saffron Finch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>saffron finch<\/strong> is fond of seeds. If you offer seeds in your garden, this yellow bird will become a regular visitor. Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#3_Saffron_Finch_Sicalis_flaveola\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#3_Saffron_Finch_Sicalis_flaveola\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">saffron finch<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> (also known as <em>saffraanvink<\/em> in Papiamentu).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Ground Dove<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Musduifje.webp\" alt=\"A ground dove (Columbina passerina) perches on a branch. It's a small pinkish dove found in Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Musduifje.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Musduifje-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Musduifje-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ground Dove<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the pigeons at the feeding spot, you may occasionally spot a ground dove. Learn more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#5_Ground_dove_Columbina_passerina\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#5_Ground_dove_Columbina_passerina\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">ground dove<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (also known as <em>totolika<\/em> in Papiamentu).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Yellow Oriole<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Gele-troepiaal.webp\" alt=\"A yellow oriole (Icterus nigrogularis) on the hammock. It's a yellow bird with a black throat and black wings.\" class=\"wp-image-4824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Gele-troepiaal.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Gele-troepiaal-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Gele-troepiaal-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yellow Oriole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you clean fruit, you can place the leftovers at the feeding spot. The <strong>yellow oriole<\/strong> will happily enjoy these treats. Learn more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Yellow_oriole_Icterus_nigrogularis\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Yellow_oriole_Icterus_nigrogularis\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">yellow oriole<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (also known as <em>trupial kach\u00f2<\/em> in Papiamentu).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Prikichi \/ Brown-Throated Parakeet<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Prikichi-maisparkiet.webp\" alt=\"A brown-throated parakeet (Eupsittula pertinax), also known as prikichi, perches on a cactus in Bonaire's kunuku.\" class=\"wp-image-4817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Prikichi-maisparkiet.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Prikichi-maisparkiet-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Prikichi-maisparkiet-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prikichi (Brown-Throated Parakeet)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The parakeets are attracted to the fruit-bearing trees and cacti in the gardens. Learn more about the <strong>brown-throated parakeet<\/strong> (also known as <em>prikichi<\/em> in Papiamentu) in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Prikichi_Brown-Throated_Parakeet_Eupsittula_pertinax\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Prikichi_Brown-Throated_Parakeet_Eupsittula_pertinax\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Colorful Birds Blog<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Venezuelan Troupial<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oranje-troepiaal.webp\" alt=\"A singing Venezuelan troupial (Icterus icterus) on a cactus in Bonaire. It has a black head and black-and-white wings.\" class=\"wp-image-4821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oranje-troepiaal.webp 1000w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oranje-troepiaal-980x654.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oranje-troepiaal-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Venezuelan Troupial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Venezuelan troupial also enjoys fruit. Learn more about the <strong>Venezuelan troupial<\/strong> (<em>trupial <\/em>in Papiamentu) <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Venezuelan_troupial_Icterus_icterus\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Venezuelan_troupial_Icterus_icterus\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">here<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #5dc0c9;\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>A Tour with HopiBonaire<\/strong><\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During an excursion with HopiBonaire, you embark on a discovery journey to the most remote and beautiful places of Bonaire. Additionally, you have the advantage of being with your own group, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience at your own pace. We don&#8217;t rush our tours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All tours can be customized according to your preferences. We can also create a fully customized birdwatching tour just for you. Are you eager for an adventure? Check out our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">our tours<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><sub>Text continues below&#8230;<\/sub><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/birdwatching-tour\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"771\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/CTA-birdwatching-osprey.webp\" alt=\"Call to action button, stating &quot;Our Birdwatching Tours&quot; &quot;Join a Birdwatching Tour!&quot; with a picture of a landing osprey.\" class=\"wp-image-10797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/CTA-birdwatching-osprey.webp 771w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/CTA-birdwatching-osprey-480x560.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 771px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Read more?<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-herons-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Fly-on-Birds-of-Bonaire-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the next blog in our Birds of Bonaire series. Fly on...\" class=\"wp-image-15214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Fly-on-Birds-of-Bonaire-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Fly-on-Birds-of-Bonaire-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Fly-on-Birds-of-Bonaire-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/nature-in-bonaire\/#birds\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Birds-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog series Birds in Bonaire. Get to know Bonaire's rich birdlife in depth.\" class=\"wp-image-15262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Birds-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Birds-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Birds-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-the-transformations-of-the-green-iguana\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Green-iguana-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog about the green iguana, a richly illustrated blog about a shapeshifting island reptile.\" class=\"wp-image-15220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Green-iguana-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Green-iguana-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Green-iguana-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-sea-turtles-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Sea-Turtles-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog about Sea Turtles on Bonaire: All about these magical creatures and where to find them.\" class=\"wp-image-15260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Sea-Turtles-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Sea-Turtles-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Sea-Turtles-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-wild-mammals-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Wild-Animals-Mammals-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog about the wild animals of Bonaire: Wild donkeys, goats, pigs, sheep, cats, and other mammals!\" class=\"wp-image-15288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Wild-Animals-Mammals-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Wild-Animals-Mammals-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Wild-Animals-Mammals-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-flamingo-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Flamingos-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the photoblog about the flamingos of Bonaire, a richly illustrated blog about Bonaire's favorite bird.\" class=\"wp-image-15212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Flamingos-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Flamingos-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Flamingos-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Hummingbirds-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the photoblog about the hummingbirds of Bonaire, a richly illustrated blog about these unique little birds.\" class=\"wp-image-15230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Hummingbirds-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Hummingbirds-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Hummingbirds-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/nature-in-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Nature-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog series Nature in Bonaire. Birds, butterflies, turtles... Read about them in our nature blogs.\" class=\"wp-image-15270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Nature-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Nature-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Nature-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/hiking-on-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Hiking-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog series Hiking on Bonaire. All hikes and tips about hiking on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-15266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Hiking-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Hiking-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Hiking-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/discovering-bonaire\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Discovering-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the blog series Discovering Bonaire. Explore every nook and cranny of versatile Bonaire!\" class=\"wp-image-15264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Discovering-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Discovering-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Series-Discovering-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Blog-Overview-1024x179.webp\" alt=\"CTA button to the HopiBonaire blog overview: View all blogs on our clear and convenient blog page.\" class=\"wp-image-15202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Blog-Overview-1024x179.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Blog-Overview-980x172.webp 980w, https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Thumb-blog-EN-Blog-Overview-480x84.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to know which birds you can encounter at your accommodation, or do you want to learn more about the birds you&#8217;ve seen in your garden? This blog covers the garden birds of Bonaire.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4875,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Garden birds on Bonaire | HopiBonaire","_seopress_titles_desc":"Birdwatching on Bonaire? Discover the birds you can simply spot in your garden during your vacation and learn about their way of life.","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The tropical gardens of Bonaire are green oases that attract many birds. Do you want to know which birds you can simply spot in your garden on Bonaire, or have you seen a garden bird on the island that you want to learn more about? Below, you'll find a list of all the garden birds of Bonaire. Have you seen all the garden birds? Explore the wild birds of Bonaire during our <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">tours<\/mark><\/a>!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>[toc]<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Caribbean Mockingbird <em>(Mimus gilvus)<\/em><\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4872,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Caribische-spotlijster.webp\" alt=\"The Caribbean mockingbird (Mimus gilvus) is one of the birds on Bonaire that is commonly found in gardens. It is a gray bird with a long tail.\" class=\"wp-image-4872\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Caribbean Mockingbird in the garden.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We call the <strong>Caribbean mockingbird<\/strong> (<em>chuchubi <\/em>in Papiamentu) the blackbird of Bonaire. In the morning, it consistently kicks off the bird concert with its beautiful melodies. But even throughout the rest of the day, this somewhat plain-looking bird often vocalizes loudly, making the other garden birds of Bonaire much quieter.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The mockingbird has a dark gray upper body and a white to light gray underbody. It has a black pointed beak and a black eye stripe extending from the beak. Its gracefully long tail is black with a white tip.\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The loud singing mainly serves to ward off other members of its species from its territory. The mockingbird not only chases away members of its own species but also other birds, like the troupial. It feeds on fruits, seeds, and insects, but it also eats young birds, small lizards, and frogs. If you offer a bowl of fresh water in the garden, it will regularly come to drink, and if you're lucky, it may even take a bath. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":5810,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Grijze-koningstiran-tuinvogels.webp\" alt=\"The gray kingbird or grey kingbird (Tyrannus dominicensis) is a grey bird, common on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5810\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grey Kingbird.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Another gray bird is the <strong>gray kingbird<\/strong> (or grey kingbird, Tyrannus dominicensis). They are less frequently seen in gardens, but during our <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">tours<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>, we encounter them quite regularly.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Bananaquit <em>(Coereba flaveola)<\/em><\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4836,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Suikerdiefje.webp\" alt=\"The Bananaquit (Coereba flaveola) is a black bird with a yellow belly that is commonly found on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4836\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Bananaquit has a stern appearance.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the most well-known birds on Bonaire is the <strong>Bananaquit<\/strong>. You will definitely encounter it during your vacation! They are black birds with a yellow belly, which is why they are called <em>barika hel<\/em> (yellow belly) in Papiamentu. The head is adorned with a white eyebrow and drooping red corners of the mouth, giving the bird a somewhat stern appearance.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Naturally, the Bananaquit flies from flower to flower to obtain nectar. They peck a hole in the flower's calyx to access it. They expand this sugar-rich diet with small insects. With the arrival of humans on Bonaire, these resourceful birds quickly realized that sugar bowls on tables contain much more sugar than flowers. Their name in Dutch translates to <em>sugar thief<\/em>. Not because they steal sugar from the table, but because they take the nectar by pecking at the flowers without assisting in pollination. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>People often feed tropical birds with sugar. However, it should be done in moderation, as too much sugar can also lead to diabetes in birds.\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bananaquits breed throughout the year. They weave a spherical nest from grass, with an entrance on the side. You can find these nests not only in trees and bushes but also in decorative cacti and lampshades. Once the female approves of the nest, mating occurs. The female incubates the eggs and cares for the young.\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Pearly-Eyed Trasher <em>(Margarops fuscatus)<\/em><\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4877,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Witoogspotlijster.webp\" alt=\"The pearly-eyed thrasher (Chuchubi Spa\u00f1\u00f3 in Papiamentu) is one of the garden birds on Bonaire that enjoys taking a bath when you set up a bird bath in the garden. It is a brown bird with a light chest.\" class=\"wp-image-4877\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After an extensive bathing session, this pearly-eyed thrasher has fluffed up its plumage.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>pearly-eyed thrasher<\/strong> is slightly sturdier than the Caribbean mockingbird and has the same diet. This brown bird has, as the name suggests, a beautiful pearly-white eye.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We have a love-hate relationship with this bird. It can sing soft melodies for hours, a delight to drift away while lying in your hammock! It also loves water. If you place a water bowl, it will come to drink regularly. Once it trusts the watering spot enough, it indulges in extensive <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9G5k0vivwrg\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9G5k0vivwrg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">bathing sessions<\/mark><\/a>. No other bird bathes as elaborately and frequently.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, this thrasher also has less pleasant sides. At the feeding place, it prefers to be the sole ruler and attacks other birds out of the blue. Besides the lovely melodies, it can also scream deafeningly. But it's quickly forgiven when it hops back to the water bowl...\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":5814,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Cayennetiran-tuinvogels.webp\" alt=\"The brown-crested flycatcher (Myiarchus tyrannulus) is a brown bird with a gray chest and yellow belly, common to Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5814\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brown-Crested Flycatcher.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>brown-crested flycatcher<\/strong> (Myiarchus tyrannulus) bears some resemblance to the pearly-eyed thrasher, although you are less likely to encounter this brown bird with a gray chest and yellow belly in your garden.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">White-Tipped Dove <em>(Leptotila verreauxi)<\/em><\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4879,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Verraux-duif.webp\" alt=\"The white-tipped dove (Leptotila verreauxi) is a common gray dove frequently seen in the gardens of Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4879\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The White-Tipped Dove has a patch of blue skin around the eye.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>white-tipped dove<\/strong> (<em>Aladuru&nbsp;<\/em>in&nbsp;Papiamentu) is a common gray dove frequently seen in the gardens of Bonaire. The dove may appear dull at first glance. They are gray with a light underside, and there is a patch of blue skin around the eye. In flight, the white-tipped dove surprises with its brown underwings. He also displays this when he wants to impress other birds. He stretches both wings upward to make himself appear larger.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>These doves forage in many gardens, especially when provided with seeds or peanuts by bird enthusiasts. They feed on what other birds drop on the ground. The white-tipped dove conserves its energy by reacting to danger differently than other birds; instead of flying away immediately, it seeks refuge in the nearest tree or bush, reserving flight as a last resort.\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Eared Dove <em>(Zenaida auriculata)<\/em><\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4882,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Geoorde-treurduif.webp\" alt=\"The white-tipped dove (Zenaida auriculata) is a brown dove that can be found in the garden on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4882\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Eared Dove is an adventurer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Another dove that you can come across in the garden is the <strong>eared dove<\/strong> (<em>Buladeifi <\/em>in Papiamentu). Like the white-tipped dove, it is not very flashy. This light brown dove has only a few black spots on its wings and two stripes on its head as decorations.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The eared dove eats seeds, which it finds under trees and shrubs. When in danger, it flies straight up to disappear among the leaves. In Papiamentu, its name means \u201cjumping dove.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We offer seeds to our garden birds. While most doves eat what other birds drop, the white-tipped dove is a true adventurer. It eats directly from the feeding trays, just like the other birds.\n\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Bare-Eyed Pigeon <em>(Columba corensis)<\/em><\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4885,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Naaktoogduif.webp\" alt=\"The bare-eyed pigeon is a dove with a black circle around its eye that is found on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4885\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Female (front) and male (back) Bare-Eyed Pigeons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>bare-eyed pigeon<\/strong> (<em>Warbakoa <\/em>in Papiamentu) is a substantial bird with several beautiful details. It has a pink hue over its head and neck, neck scales that sometimes seem to light up, and a white wing edge. But its eyes are the most striking feature. Around the orange eye, there is a border of blue skin, and around that, the bare-eyed pigeon has a sharply defined black ring. A handsome appearance!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Like other doves, the bare-eyed pigeon mainly lives on the ground. It eats seeds but occasionally indulges in fallen fruits from trees. It also builds those typical sloppy dove nests in trees, bushes, and cacti.\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Black-Faced Grassquit (Tiaris bicolor)<\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":5862,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Black-faced-grass-quit-m-en-v.webp\" alt=\"Male (black) and female (gray) black-faced grassquit or ground finch (Tiaris bicolor), a small bird that is common on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5862\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Male (black) and female (gray) black-faced grassquit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you have a garden with many open areas, you'll also have visits from black-faced grassquits (<em>mofi<\/em> in Papiamentu). This small black bird forages inconspicuously, searching for food. In direct sunlight, you can see that its back is actually olive-green. If there's a small gray bird nearby, you've spotted the female!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Black-faced grassquits have a typical finch-like beak that allows them to crack seeds. They mainly feed on grass and herb seeds, supplemented with insects and fruits. They communicate with each other using short chirps.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Other Garden Birds<\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In our other blogs, you will find more birds that you can also encounter in the gardens of Bonaire. To complete this blog, below the photos, you will find links to these blogs. They are listed in order from small to large.\n\n<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3,\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Hummingbirds<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4832,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/groene-kolibrie-blauwstaartsmaragdkolibrie.webp\" alt=\"The green hummingbird of Bonaire, also known as the blue-tailed emerald (Chlorostilbon mellisugus), is hovering in flight to feed on nectar from a purple flower.\" class=\"wp-image-4832\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Green Hummingbird (Blue-Tailed Emerald)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4834,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Rode-kolibrie-muskietkolibrie.webp\" alt=\"A resting ruby-topaz hummingbird (Chrysolampis mosquitus) on a branch. It is the red hummingbird of Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4834\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Red Hummingbird (Ruby-Topaz Hummingbird)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The gardens of Bonaire are blooming oases, attracting hummingbirds with delight! Read more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#1_Green_hummingbird_Chlorostilbon_mellisugus\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#1_Green_hummingbird_Chlorostilbon_mellisugus\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">green hummingbird<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (blue-tailed emerald, locally known as <em>blenchi<\/em> in Papiamentu). Also, a red hummingbird is found in Bonairean gardens, although it is seen less frequently. Learn more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#2_Red_hummingbird_Chrysolampis_mosquitus\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#2_Red_hummingbird_Chrysolampis_mosquitus\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">red hummingbird<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (ruby-topaz hummingbird, also known as <em>d\u00f2rnasol<\/em> in Papiamentu). We also have a photoblog about <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">The Hummingbirds of Bonaire<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3,\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Saffron Finch<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":5887,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Saffraanvink-petje.webp\" alt=\"The saffron finch (Sicalis flaveola) is a yellow bird with an orange cap, common on Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-5887\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saffron Finch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>saffron finch<\/strong> is fond of seeds. If you offer seeds in your garden, this yellow bird will become a regular visitor. Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#3_Saffron_Finch_Sicalis_flaveola\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#3_Saffron_Finch_Sicalis_flaveola\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">saffron finch<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> (also known as <em>saffraanvink<\/em> in Papiamentu).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3,\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Ground Dove<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4887,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Musduifje.webp\" alt=\"A ground dove (Columbina passerina) perches on a branch. It's a small pinkish dove found in Bonaire.\" class=\"wp-image-4887\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ground Dove<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Among the pigeons at the feeding spot, you may occasionally spot a ground dove. Learn more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#5_Ground_dove_Columbina_passerina\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/#5_Ground_dove_Columbina_passerina\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">ground dove<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (also known as <em>totolika<\/em> in Papiamentu).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3,\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Yellow Oriole<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4824,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Gele-troepiaal.webp\" alt=\"A yellow oriole (Icterus nigrogularis) on the hammock. It's a yellow bird with a black throat and black wings.\" class=\"wp-image-4824\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yellow Oriole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you clean fruit, you can place the leftovers at the feeding spot. The <strong>yellow oriole<\/strong> will happily enjoy these treats. Learn more about the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Yellow_oriole_Icterus_nigrogularis\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Yellow_oriole_Icterus_nigrogularis\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">yellow oriole<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> (also known as <em>trupial kach\u00f2<\/em> in Papiamentu).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3,\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Prikichi \/ Brown-Throated Parakeet<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4817,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Prikichi-maisparkiet.webp\" alt=\"A brown-throated parakeet (Eupsittula pertinax), also known as prikichi, perches on a cactus in Bonaire's kunuku.\" class=\"wp-image-4817\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prikichi (Brown-Throated Parakeet)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The parakeets are attracted to the fruit-bearing trees and cacti in the gardens. Learn more about the <strong>brown-throated parakeet<\/strong> (also known as <em>prikichi<\/em> in Papiamentu) in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Prikichi_Brown-Throated_Parakeet_Eupsittula_pertinax\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Prikichi_Brown-Throated_Parakeet_Eupsittula_pertinax\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Colorful Birds Blog<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3,\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\"><strong>Venezuelan Troupial<\/strong><\/mark><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4821,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Oranje-troepiaal.webp\" alt=\"A singing Venezuelan troupial (Icterus icterus) on a cactus in Bonaire. It has a black head and black-and-white wings.\" class=\"wp-image-4821\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Venezuelan Troupial<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Venezuelan troupial also enjoys fruit. Learn more about the <strong>Venezuelan troupial<\/strong> (<em>trupial <\/em>in Papiamentu) <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Venezuelan_troupial_Icterus_icterus\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/#Venezuelan_troupial_Icterus_icterus\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">here<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #5dc0c9;\" class=\"has-inline-color\">A Tour with HopiBonaire<\/mark><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>During an excursion with HopiBonaire, you'll embark on a discovery journey to the most remote and beautiful places of Bonaire. Additionally, you'll have the advantage of being with your own group, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience at your own pace. We don't rush our tours! <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All tours can be customized according to your preferences. We can also create a fully <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/customized-tour\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/customized-tour\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">customized <\/mark><\/strong><\/a>birdwatching tour just for you. Are you eager for an adventure? Check out our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/our-tours\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">off-road private tours<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"textTransform\":\"none\"}},\"fontSize\":\"large\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#5dc0c9\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Read More<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:table {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#bde8f0\"}}} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#bde8f0\"><tbody><tr><td><br>This blog is part of a series where we'll acquaint you with the birds of Bonaire. Don't miss out on our other bird blogs:<br>- <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-big-birds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-big-birds-bonaire\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Large Birds of Bonaire: The Big Five<\/mark><\/a><\/strong><br>- <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-small-birds-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Small Birds of Bonaire: The Small Five<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><br>- <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-colorful-birds-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Colorful Birds of Bonaire <\/mark><\/strong><\/a><br>- <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-herons-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-herons-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Herons of Bonaire<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><br>- <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-water-birds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/blog-water-birds-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Water Birds of Bonaire <\/mark><\/strong><\/a><br>- <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/photoblog-hummingbirds-bonaire\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Photoblog: The Hummingbirds of Bonaire <\/mark><\/strong><\/a><br><br>You can check out our blogs on other topics on our organized <a href=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/offroad-tours\/blog\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#20a5be\" class=\"has-inline-color\">blog page<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>.<br><br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:table -->","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[130,134,136],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3539","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-birds-on-bonaire","category-nature-on-bonaire","category-nature-on-bonaire-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3539","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3539"}],"version-history":[{"count":52,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3539\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18274,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3539\/revisions\/18274"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4875"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3539"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3539"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hopibonaire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3539"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}