Broad-winged Hawks by Ted Keyel

The Veracruz River of Raptors and Nearby Birding Hotspots

Ted Keyel

Tue, Dec 10, 2024 7:00 PM

Join us for an exciting webinar featuring Ted Keyel, as he delves into the incredible Veracruz River of Raptors. Every fall, this globally renowned location witnesses the passage of millions of migrating raptors, making it one of the most spectacular avian migrations on the planet. Key species include Mississippi Kites, Broad-winged Hawks, Swainson’s Hawks, and Turkey Vultures, which make up the bulk of the raptors counted.

In addition to the breathtaking hawk migration, Ted will highlight other equally impressive migratory phenomena that occur in the region, such as the movements of swallows, Eastern Kingbirds, Dickcissels, Scissor-tailed Flycatchers, and White-winged Doves. He will also discuss the birding potential of the surrounding areas, which boast unique species like the Mexican Sheartail and the stunning Red Warbler.

Be sure to join us for for Ted’s talk on one of the world’s premier birding locations and learn about the incredible biodiversity of Veracruz.

The livestream can be found at our YouTube channel.