Birding in Italy

09/09/2024

In Lake Trasimeno, at the end of summer, the vacationers leave and the waterfowl return.
It is migration time, and the lake fills with ducks, herons, waders and cormorants.
Great day of birdwatching with two nice guests from New York.

01/09/2024

Alpine chough. On the path between Monte Cavallo and Forcella de Medesc (Dolomites)

26/08/2024

Day trip in the hotspots of Maremma with a guest from California.
Migration along the Tyrrhenian coast is in full swing. Lagoons are filling with waterfowl. On tour the Kentish plower, Mediterranean gull, Slender billed gull, Bee eater, Roller and Lesser kestrel showed off.

18/08/2024

Day trip with Patrick from New York in the lagoons of Maremma (southern Tuscany).

31/07/2024

Interesting encounters on the ridge of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines

18/07/2024

Scan the hills around Siena with binoculars and enjoy the elegant flight of the Montagu's harrier

04/07/2024

One of the most characteristic calls you can hear in spring. Can you name the bird?

If not, come with us and learn about Italian birds!

09/06/2024

"I recently enjoyed an exceptional birding tour in Umbria and Tuscany with our guide, Marco. His deep knowledge as a local ecologist and keen bird-spotting skills made the trip unforgettable.

Marco expertly identified and helped us spot a variety of species, including European Bee-eaters, Short-toed Snake Eagles, Hoopoes, and Woodchat Shrikes. His insightful explanations about the local ecology enriched our understanding of the birds and their habitats.

Marco's assistance went beyond identification—he also helped us compose wonderful pictures, ensuring we captured our sightings beautifully. His patience and dedication made everyone, from novices to experienced birders, feel included and capable.

The stunning landscapes of Umbria and Tuscany provided a breathtaking backdrop, enhancing the overall experience. Marco’s passion for nature and exceptional guiding skills made this trip truly outstanding. I highly recommend Marco for anyone looking to explore the avian wonders of these regions."

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29/05/2024

During this time of the year, herons are busy nesting in specific areas, where many individuals of different species gather for this event. Do you know the name of this place?

27/05/2024

The Madonie area is one of the hotspots in Italy for bird species richness.
Wild mountains and a varied rural landscape create one of the richest ecological systems in the Mediterranean.
If you are a birdwatcher and you are in Sicily, you absolutely must come to these places with your binoculars.

13/05/2024

Eleganza!

29/04/2024

🇮🇹 E' stata pubblicata una straordinaria guida sugli ambienti e sulla storia naturale della Toscana.
Sono fiero di aver contribuito alla riuscita del progetto.

🇬🇧 An extraordinary guide on the environments and natural history of Tuscany has been published.
I am proud to have contributed to the success of the project.

27/04/2024

With its unmistakable shape and flight, short-toed snake eagles are one of the largest and easy to spot raptors in Italy.

In April, these birds start nesting in our peninsula and can be seen restlessly hunting for snakes!

22/04/2024

The last few days have been full of satisfaction not only for the beauty of the places explored with friendly and curious clients but also and especially for the species we were able to observe.
Among these the most important were the Moustached warbler and the Little bittern

16/04/2024

Valdarno is one of central Italy's hot spots for migratory and breeding birds. It is located just outside Florence and is easily accessible by train.
This friendly family of birders from North Carolina decided to get away from the busy city for a day and enjoy the natural environments of hidden Tuscany.

27/03/2024

Rocky slopes and isolated valleys of the central Italian apennines protect the most majestic bird of prey of Europe: the golden eagle.

In this time of the year, pairs are busy with nesting and just in a few months, a new eagle will join our rich population.

21/03/2024

Fantastic birding trip to one of the largest wetlands in Europe with a friendly and enthusiastic family from Texas.
"Marco, what bird is that?"
"Penduline tit!"

13/03/2024

There seems to be no "tension" in this pair of common kestrel

05/03/2024

A gray early March day colored by Maremma birds.
The enthusiasm of a young pair of Atlanta birders. Magical birds like the Montagu's harrier and the Wallcreeper

29/02/2024

Yesterday we visited as we are developing new experiences and ideas to enjoy

We cannot wait for our projects to be finished and ready for you to enjoy!

As usual we topped off our day with some lovely food, locally made by our friends.

26/02/2024

An example of a b&b host in the small towns of Tuscany.
Even the little owls look out the window to admire the landscape of this beautiful region.

22/02/2024

The island of Capri is one of the "gas stations" where passerines stop in large numbers during their migrations across the Mediterranean.
This and other islands are places where we take birdwatchers on our spring tours.

21/02/2024

The western black-eared wheatear is a bird with a distribution that goes from the countries of the Mediterranean and Eurasian areas.
Its habitats are open or semi-open environments in the steppe climatic zones.
It is recognized by the plumage of a bright yellow ocher color in contrast with the mask on the face.
The species in Europe is considered in decline and vulnerable due to environmental transformations and unfavorable climatic conditions in the African wintering areas.
This photo was taken by Serena in the Matera area last spring and testifies to the ornithological importance of the steppes in southern Italy.

20/02/2024

Birds also like to cool off on hot June days. The pools can attract various species whose colors are enhanced by the intense light of the Mediterranean summer.

17/02/2024

was kind enough to send us some photos that he was able to take during our birding tour in Tuscany and Umbria. Among the various species observed, the most noteworthy was definitely the penduline tit engaged in nesting.

11/02/2024

Italian birds talk!
February 13, 2024 7:15 PM - 9:30 PM

Italy surprises and delights you, whether you’re a serious observer or a casual birdwatcher. The old rumor, “Nothing to see but House Sparrows,” is completely wrong, and more and more visiting birders are having their eyes opened to the more than 550 species that call the peninsula home, from ...

05/02/2024

Il nuovo sito è online. Chi vuole farsi un viaggio nel mondo delle piume colorate e delle rotte migratorie?
The new website is online. Who wants to take a journey into the world of colorful feathers and migration routes?
birdinginitaly.com 🪶🦩📷🦆🐦🦉🦅🇮🇹🐦‍⬛