Category Archives: Trinidad and Tobago
Walking on a Lake
In addition to the Caroni Bird Sanctuary, we were told not to miss La Brea Pitch Lake on the western side of Trinidad. It was a sweltering day as we made our way in unairconditioned vehicles first to San Fernando … Continue reading
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Tagged La Brea, Pitch Lake, sulfur, tar, Trinidad
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Sanctuary
On Monday, September 7 we visited the Caroni Bird Sanctuary south of the capital of Trinidad and Tobago, Port-of-Spain. We had been told by our host in Trinidad that is definitely a must-see attraction for the islands. We had heard … Continue reading
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Tagged Birds, Caroni Bird Sanctuary, Scarlet Ibis, Swamp, Trinidad
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Adventures in Mango Harvesting
Our Tobagonian host, Marziya, has been a wonderful guide to the world of Tobago fauna. As we walk to the beaches each evening near her house, she points out all types of fruit trees; tamarind, papaya, wild cherry, cashew, and mango. … Continue reading