For birds, Curacao lies right on the doorstep of the South American continent. Consequently, none of the 217 bird species officially recorded on the island are endemic.

In addition to the resident population, there is a constant coming and going of migratory birds and casual visitors from the mainland throughout the year.

Some birds occupy specific niches such as the Flamingos in the salt pans of Jan Thiel and Jan Kok, or the Frigatebirds, Pelicans, Green herons and Cormorants along the coast.

However, birds can be seen everywhere, especially where flocks of tourists congregate to whine and dine..
Bananaquits, Carib grackles, Yellow orioles, Venezuelan troupials  and Andean sparrows often join the eating at the many restaurants and beaches along the busy coastline.

You will also see plenty of pigeons and doves here, such as the Bare-eyed pigeon, the Common ground dove, and the Eared dove.

The bird photos in this album date from our visit in May 2026.