Seasonal· Banco Chinchorro· Mexico
Frigatebird Nesting at Cayo Centro
18° 35.0′ N · 87° 20.0′ W · approximate
From November to May magnificent frigatebirds nest in the mangroves around Cayo Centro's inner lagoon, Los Rabios, males inflating their scarlet throat pouches.
Practical
Coordinate is approximate (Cayo Centro). Season from México Desconocido; terns nest on Cayo Lobos May-August, where approaching the colony is prohibited (GECI). Visit only on licensed trips.
Best for
Birders on a winter Chinchorro trip
Season
November-May
Nearby
- Cayo Centro (Banco Chinchorro)Right here
- Chinchorro American CrocodilesRight here
- Cayo Centro Fish-Camp Walk (Banco Chinchorro)0.7 NM away
- Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve0.8 NM away
- Chinchorro Wrecks (40 Cannons)0.8 NM away
- Lobster and Conch Closed Seasons (Banco Chinchorro)0.8 NM away
- Cayo Centro Anchorage (Banco Chinchorro)0.9 NM away
- Cayo Norte Anchorage (Banco Chinchorro)10.1 NM away