Puttalam & Wilpattu NP, 01.-04.02.2020

Having last visited the north of Sri Lanka, a region quite different to the rest of the island, a year ago on a short trip to Mannar, I thought the Independence Day on February 4th would be a good opportunity to spend two full days birding in the area, this time focusing on Puttalam and … Continue reading Puttalam & Wilpattu NP, 01.-04.02.2020 →

Mannar, 16.-19.02.2019

The Northern part of Sri Lanka is generally much less visited by birders than the wet zone, probably as it is more difficult to access and there are less internationally sought-after birds. Since all endemics are found in the southern and central part of the island, this is where nearly all international birders go. As … Continue reading Mannar, 16.-19.02.2019 →