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Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Southern Mexico
Nayarit is the foremost birding area in western Mexico, harboring more than 530 species of birds including 45 endemics.
A wide variety of tours are offered where you can visit wetlands, mangroves, canals, mountains and forests.
Some of the best places are: Altamira, El Salado Estuary, Coral Island, Isabel Island, Crab Island, Manglar El Pozo, Zoquipan, La Vejiga Lagoon, Chacala, La Cortada Lagoon, Tecuitata, Singayta, San Cristóbal Mangroves and the Quelele Bird Lagoon.
The area of La Tovara has mangrove vegetation and is located very close to San Blas. It is considered one of the most important winter habitats for birds in the Pacific, since it provides refuge for 80% of migratory coastal birds. It has 250 species of birds, among which are: rufous-necked rail, naked tiger heron, northern jacano, northern jacanas, warbler, mangrove vireos, black-bellied tree duck, blue heron and spoonbill. pink, among others. It is also home to endemic birds such as the bumblebee hummingbird and the South American hummingbird. When you visit La Tovara you can also visit the Crocodile Reserve in El Manantial de La Camelota.
The Islas Marietas National Park, a Protected Natural Area and Biosphere Reserve, is a sanctuary for a variety of seabirds such as the blue-footed booby, seagulls, herons and frigate birds.