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Finca el Porvenir

2.38717 , -74.62426

Colombia

Finca El Porvenir is located in the hearth of Caguan region, a historically iconic site for the recent Colombian peace process. More than a quarter of the extension of the farm has been preserved as humid tropical forest near the Andean Amazon foothills of the eastern mountain range. Monkeys, parrots, toucans, tanagers and antbirds abound due to their wide connectivity with adjacent forests of other farms that have decided to conserve their forests. This has created a biological corridor that connects Picachos and Tinigua National Natural Parks with the Losada River. This point is the exact limit between the Amazon basin to the south and the Orinoquía to the north.

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Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 2.3872/-74.6243 (2020-11-25 10:15:29 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Finca El Porvenir" (2020-11-25 10:15:29 )

Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 21:39:54
Finca El Porvenir is located in the hearth of Caguan region, a historically iconic site for the recent Colombian peace process. More than a quarter of the extension of the farm has been preserved as humid tropical forest near the Andean Amazon foothills of the eastern mountain range. Monkeys, parrots, toucans, tanagers and antbirds abound due to their wide connectivity with adjacent forests of other farms that have decided to conserve their forests. This has created a biological corridor that connects the PNN Picachos with the PNN Tinigua and the and Tinigua National Natural Parks with the Losada River. This point is the exact limit between the Amazon basin to the south and the Orinoquía to the north.
Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 20:37:54
Finca El Porvenir is located in the hearth of Caguan region, a historically iconic site for the recent Colombian peace process. More than a quarter of the extension of the farm has been preserved as humid tropical forest near the Andean Amazon foothills of the eastern mountain range. Monkeys, parrots, toucans, tanagers and antbirds abound due to their wide connectivity with adjacent forests of other farms that have decided to conserve their forests. This has created a biological corridor that connects the PNN Picachos with the PNN Tinigua and the Losada River. This point is the exact limit between the Amazon basin to the south and the Orinoquía to the north.

  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Salvin's Curassow (Mitu salvini)
Scaled Dove (Columbina squammata)
Great Potoo (Nyctibius grandis)
Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin)
Sunbittern (Eurypyga helias)
Whistling Heron (Syrigma sibilatrix)
King Vulture (Sarcoramphus papa)
Savanna Hawk (Buteogallus meridionalis)
Tawny-bellied Screech-Owl (Megascops watsonii)
Striped Owl (Asio clamator)
Blue-crowned Trogon (Trogon curucui)
White-fronted Nunbird (Monasa morphoeus)
White-eared Jacamar (Galbalcyrhynchus leucotis)
Great Jacamar (Jacamerops aureus)
Scarlet-crowned Barbet (Capito aurovirens)
White-throated Toucan (Ramphastos tucanus)
Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao)
Plain-throated Antwren (Isleria hauxwelli)
White-shouldered Antbird (Akletos melanoceps)
Striolated Manakin (Machaeropterus striolatus)
Golden-headed Manakin (Ceratopipra erythrocephala)
Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus ornatus)
Brownish Twistwing (Cnipodectes subbrunneus)
Drab Water Tyrant (Ochthornis littoralis)
Rufous-tailed Flatbill (Ramphotrigon ruficauda)
Burnished-buff Tanager (Stilpnia cayana)
Masked Tanager (Stilpnia nigrocincta)
Opal-rumped Tanager (Tangara velia)
Chestnut-bellied Seedeater (Sporophila castaneiventris)

Scaled Dove (Columbina squammata) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:45:10)

Burnished-buff Tanager (Stilpnia cayana) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:44:17)

Chestnut-bellied Seedeater (Sporophila castaneiventris) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:43:51)

Rufous-tailed Flatbill (Ramphotrigon ruficauda) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:27:13)

Brownish Twistwing (Cnipodectes subbrunneus) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:26:59)

Striolated Manakin (Machaeropterus striolatus) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:21:24)

White-fronted Nunbird (Monasa morphoeus) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:18:10)

Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:16:37)

Plain-throated Antwren (Isleria hauxwelli) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:09:54)

Striped Owl (Asio clamator) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:09:20)

Sunbittern (Eurypyga helias) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-27 17:08:49)

Savanna Hawk (Buteogallus meridionalis) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 20:55:04)

King Vulture (Sarcoramphus papa) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 20:54:30)

Whistling Heron (Syrigma sibilatrix) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 20:54:11)

Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus ornatus) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:23:41)

Scarlet-crowned Barbet (Capito aurovirens) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:21:12)

White-shouldered Antbird (Akletos melanoceps) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:20:44)

Masked Tanager (Stilpnia nigrocincta) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:20:20)

Opal-rumped Tanager (Tangara velia) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:20:11)

Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:19:55)

White-throated Toucan (Ramphastos tucanus) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:19:44)

Tawny-bellied Screech-Owl (Megascops watsonii) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:19:34)

Great Potoo (Nyctibius grandis) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:05:56)

Drab Water Tyrant (Ochthornis littoralis) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:05:31)

Golden-headed Manakin (Ceratopipra erythrocephala) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:05:02)

Great Jacamar (Jacamerops aureus) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:04:44)

White-eared Jacamar (Galbalcyrhynchus leucotis) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:02:52)

Blue-crowned Trogon (Trogon curucui) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:02:23)

Salvin's Curassow (Mitu salvini) was added by Jorge Muñoz García (2021-09-24 17:02:07)

  • Timing and strategy

From december to march is the dry season and from april to august is rainy. Rest of the year is variable. All seasons are great for birding if you have patience and a good umbrella! Don´t forget your rubber boots for a better experience specially at rainy season.

Is a good idea to start early at the farm (5am to get inside the forest at 6am and enjoy the antbirds and woodcreepers). After the high activity (6-8am) you can work with trogons, parrots, toucans, flycatchers and manakins. at midday is perfect to come back at the farm for lunch and go in the afternoon in a car to the Rio Losada riparian forest (20 min from the farm) to see Salvin's Currasaw, Drab Water Tyrant, Scarlet-crowned Barbet, White-eared Jacamar and more species.

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) on 2021-09-25 13:27
From december to march is the dry season and from april to august is rainy. Rest of the year is variable. All seasons are great for birding if you have patience and a good umbrella! Don´t forget your rubber boots for a better experience specially at rainy season. Is a good idea to start early at the farm (5am to get inside the forest at 6am and enjoy the antbirds and woodcreepers). After the high activity (6-8am) you can work with trogons, parrots, toucans, flycatchers and manakins. at midday is perfect to come back at the farm for lunch and go in the afternoon in a car to the Rio Losada riparian forest (20 min from the farm) to see Salvin's Currasaw, Drab Water Tyrant, Scarlet-crowned Barbet, White-eared Jacamar and more species. Bilingual guiding available at Caquetá Birding (Check for them at Facebook and Whatsapp +573102302711)species.
Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 22:16
From december to march is the dry season and from april to august is rainy. Rest of the year is variable. All seasons are great for birding if you have patience and a good umbrella! umbrella! Don´t forget your rubber boots for a better experience specially at rainy season. Is a good idea to start early at the farm (5am to get inside the forest at 6am and enjoy the antbirds and woodcreepers). After the high activity (6-8am) you can work with trogons, parrots, toucans, flycatchers and manakins. at midday is perfect to come back at the farm for lunch and go in the afternoon in a car to the Rio Losada riparian forest (20 min from the farm) to see Salvin's Currasaw, Drab Water Tyrant, Scarlet-crowned Barbet, White-eared Jacamar and more species. Bilingual guiding available at Caquetá Birding (Check for them at Facebook and Whatsapp +573102302711)
Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 16:26
From december to march is the dry season and from april to august is rainy. Rest of the year is variable. All seasons are great for birding if you have patience and a good umbrella! Is a good idea to start early at the farm (5am to get inside the forest at 6am and enjoy the antbirds and woodcreepers). After the high activity (6-8am) you can work with trogons, parrots, toucans, flycatchers and manakins. at midday is perfect to come back at the farm for lunch and go in the afternoon in a car to the Rio Losada riparian forest (20 min from the farm) to see Salvin's Currasaw, Drab Water Tyrant, Scarlet-crowned Barbet, White-eared Jacamar and more species. Bilingual guiding available at Caquetá Birding (Check for them at Facebook)Facebook and Whatsapp +573102302711)
Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 16:25
From december to march is the dry season and from april to august is rainy. Rest of the year is variable. All seasons are great for birding if you have patience and a good umbrella! Is a good idea to start early at the farm (5am to get inside the forest at 6am and enjoy the antbirds and woodcreepers). After the high activity (6-8am) you can work with trogons, parrots, toucans, flycatchers and manakins. at midday is perfect to come back at the farm for lunch and go in the afternoon in a car to the Rio Losada riparian forest (20 min from the farm) to see Salvin's Currasaw, Drab Water Tyrant, Scarlet-crowned Barbet, White-eared Jacamar and more species. Bilingual guiding available at Caquetá Birding (Check for them at Facebook)
  • How to get there

First come to Florencia (Caquetá department capital) in one of the 4 daily flights from Bogotá and 3 weekly flights from Cali. There you can contact Caquetá Birding to arrange the lodging and transport to Finca El Porvenir (+573102302711 WhatsApp available). You can find Finca El Porvenir easily in Google maps (just write Finca El Porvenir Puerto Losada) and Waze (write Reserva de Bosque El Porvenir). The road is completely paved to the place in case you have your own car. There´s no public transport to the location, but the local operator can provide it.

Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.

Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 20:42
First come to Florencia (Caquetá department capital) in one of the 4 daily flights from Bogotá and 3 weekly flights from Cali. There you can contact Caquetá Birding to arrange the lodging at Finca and transport to Finca El Porvenir (+573102302711 WhatsApp available). You can find Finca El Porvenir easily in Google maps (just write Finca El Porvenir Puerto Losada) and Waze (write Reserva de Bosque El Porvenir). The road is completely paved to the place in case you have your own car. There´s no public transport to the place.location, but the local operator can provide it.
Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 16:40
First come to Florencia (Caquetá department capital) in one of the 4 daily flights from Bogotá and 3 weekly flights from Cali. There you can contact Caquetá Birding to arrange the lodging at Finca El Porvenir (+573102302711 WhatsApp available). You can find Finca El Porvenir easily in Google maps (just write Finca El Porvenir Puerto Losada) and Waze (write Reserva de Bosque El Porvenir). There´s no public transport to the place.

24/7 access. Local guidance required

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Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 16:41
24/7 access. Local guidance required
  • Other attractions

7 species of monkey have been registered at the forest (Howler monkey, Whooley monkey, Squirrell monkey, the rare Widow monkey, White-bellied Spider monkey, Capuchin monkey, Owl monkey)

River Losada is a nice place to take a bath and you can enjoy a milk-producer farm daily activities.

Add information about other attractions at this site, including
• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 16:47
7 species of monkey have been registered at the forest (Howler monkey, Whooley monkey, Squirrell monkey, the rare Widow monkey, White-bellied Spider monkey, Capuchin monkey, Owl monkey) River Losada is a nice place to take a bath and you can enjoy a milk-producer farm daily activities.

On the farm there is availability of accommodation, food and bathrooms. No hides or watchtowers ...yet.

Provide information about what type of facilities are available at
or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 17:28
On the farm there is availability of accommodation, food and bathrooms. No hides or watchtowers ...yet.

Until a few years ago the region of Caguan was considered dangerous but thanks to the peace process in Colombia the place is safe now... one of the favorite photos is with the sign of the town's name!

Although it is a humid tropical forest region, there are not as many mosquitoes as you would expect. Due to the presence of livestock pastures, scabies mites are more annoying, so it is recommended to wear long pants, socks and high boots. It is not usual to find snakes.

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

Edited by Jorge Muñoz García on 2021-09-24 17:37
Until a few years ago the region of Caguan was considered dangerous but thanks to the peace process in Colombia the place is safe now... one of the favorite photos is with the sign of the town's name! Although it is a humid tropical forest region, there are not as many mosquitoes as you would expect. Due to the presence of livestock pastures, scabies mites are more annoying, so it is recommended to wear long pants, socks and high boots. It is not usual to find snakes.
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