​A photographic field guide for birders visiting this hidden gem of South America

 

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Uruguay, set in the heart of South America's pampas grasslands, is a remarkable birding destination. It is home to iconic species like the Crane Hawk, Maroon-bellied Parakeet, Saffron-cowled Blackbird, Curve-billed Reedhaunter, Greater Rhea, and Pampas Meadowlark.

 

Birds of Uruguay offers detailed photographic coverage of over 360 species that breed in or migrate through the country. Each entry includes essential information on identification, calls, behavior, habitat, and distribution — all supported by carefully selected photographs. A section on the best birding hotspots across Uruguay is also included.

 

The book is co-authored by Florencia Ocampo, director and birding guide at Birding With Me and Rafael Tosi Germán, team guide with years of experience leading birdwatching tours throughout the country. Their deep field knowledge is reflected in this book, which is tailored especially for international visitors seeking to explore Uruguay through its rich birdlife.

 

Portable yet comprehensive, this is the essential guide for birdwatchers discovering one of South America's most overlooked avian treasures.