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January 28, 2020 Vanessa Kilburn

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Toucan Ridge Ecology & Education Society| Ecological field station/ in the Maya mountains, Belize | @birdsoftoucanridge @treesbelizefarm

Soursop bride?? Nah… At T.R.E.E.S we’re dedic

Soursop bride?? Nah…

At T.R.E.E.S we’re dedicated to sustainable farming practices and continuous learning. Our Soursop trees are carefully protected with mesh bags, which help prevent pests from damaging the fruit. This natural method reduces the need for chemical pesticides, aligning with our commitment to eco-friendly agriculture.

Our farm is essentially an experimental space where we try different techniques to see what works best. The mesh bags are just one of the innovative methods we’re exploring to protect our crops and promote healthy, pesticide-free produce. We believe these sustainable techniques can be shared with local farmers, helping to strengthen our community and foster environmentally responsible farming.

Stay tuned as we continue to learn and improve, and thank you for supporting our journey towards sustainable agriculture!

#soursop #sustainablefarming #organic #local #farmtotable #tropicalfruit #oucanridge #farmtotable

Join us for an exciting series of immersive nature

Join us for an exciting series of immersive nature tours in Belize this February and beyond in 2026 with the T.R.E.E.S. Experience Tour Series!

Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early at https://www.treesociety.org/experience or contact us at info@treesociety.org

Choose from these incredible adventures:

🌿 Herpetofauna Experience (Dates TBD)

Explore Belize’s stunning reptiles and amphibians over 6 days at the T.R.E.E.S Research Center. Activities include guided surveys, night spotlighting, habitat assessment, and visits to conservation projects. Gain practical skills in species identification and habitat creation. Price: $1,150 USD (includes transfers, meals, and accommodation).

🦇 Bat Experience (Feb 8–14, 2026)

Delve into the ecology and conservation of Belize’s fascinating bat species. Participate in nightly mist net captures, roost surveys, and lectures by experts. Optional off-site trips included. Price: $1,150 USD, note: valid rabies vaccine and some experience working with bats required.

🦜 Bird Experience (Feb 14–21, 2026)

Discover Belize’s bird diversity through surveys, banding, and nocturnal monitoring. Enhance your skills with citizen science tools like eBird. Enjoy off-site visits to Crooked Tree Lagoon and the Raptor Rescue Centre. Price: $1,495 USD (includes 6 nights at T.R.E.E.S. and 1 night at Bird’s Eye View Lodge).

Don’t miss this chance to learn, explore, and contribute to conservation efforts in Belize!

#treesocietybelize #treesexperiencetours #adventuretours #belize #naturetours #studyabroad #naturelovers #biology

🌿🦜 Meet the Tawny-Crowned Greenlet (Tunchior

🌿🦜 Meet the Tawny-Crowned Greenlet (Tunchiornis ochraceiceps), a fascinating Belizean resident and the only species in its genus!

This vibrant bird is part of our ongoing bird banding program, which helps us gather vital information about some of the least known species in the region.

Found in Belize and across Central and South America, including Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and more, the Tawny-Crowned Greenlet inhabits subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests. Through our bird banding efforts, we’re not just catching birds—we’re catching the chance to learn and protect!

Remember, our motto is “Conservation through Education”, and every research effort brings us closer to preserving Belize’s precious biodiversity.

Join us in supporting science and conservation—every bird has a story, and we’re here to tell it.

@treesocietybelize @birdsoftoucanridge

#conservation #wildliferesearch #birdsofbelize #conservationthrougheducation #TRBO #treesocietybelize #birdbanding #birds #birdsoftoucanridge

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Our first weekend session of the Introduction to B

Our first weekend session of the Introduction to Bird Banding for Belizeans was a huge success. Instructors were inspired to see so many passionate Belizeans embarking on their banding journey! We are excited for session two where we get to meet even more amazing new banders. Thanks to @instbirdpop for funding this important capacity building workshop! The future of banding in Belize is bright! #capacitybuilding #birdbanding #birdsofbelize #birders #trbo #treesocietybelize #birdresearch #birdringing #yourhempowerment

Kentucky Warbler (Geothlypis formosa), a common mi

Kentucky Warbler (Geothlypis formosa), a common migrant to Belize off the breeding season. They appear to have high site fidelity and we recapture many of the same individuals year after year.

The oldest recorded individual of this species was at least 8 years old and recaptured in Alabama. One of the key pieces of vital information we are able to gain from banding. The only way to get an idea how old wild birds live…pretty cool!

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#birds #bird #warblers #migration #trbo #birdfacts #birdsofbelize #mosi #ibp #birdbanding #birdringing #nuts_about_birds

Another super successful MoSi session and getting

Another super successful MoSi session and getting our Belizean crew all trained up by Abidas Ash in bird banding and bird conservation work in Belize @birdsoftoucanridge.

#mosi #birdbanding #birdringing #trbo #youthempowerment #ibp #birdconservation #belize #birdsofbelize #bird #birds #banderbwai #treesocietybelize

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Join us for our Neotropical Bat Capture Techniques

Join us for our Neotropical Bat Capture Techniques Internship. Currently, 4 positions are open for summer internships in 2023, here at our beautiful T.R.E.E.S. Research Center in the Maya Mountains of Belize. Over 60 different bat species have been recorded on our property!

Want to spend time living and learning about the jungle in the beautiful country of Belize? Want to learn how to handle bats and study their ecology? Then this is the internship for you!

The goal of this internship is to give the student various experiences in tropical bat studies that will aid the student in developing their skills for a variety of future education and employment opportunities. The main component of the project will be to work with T.R.E.E.S biologists and staff in establishing long-term bat monitoring projects (mist-netting, habitat characterization, mark-recapture). These baseline data will contribute to future ecological studies (breeding season, migration, activity phases, species composition) on bat populations present on the T.R.E.E.S property and elsewhere in the adjacent protected areas in the Maya Mountains.

Terms:
• Start-date: now
• Length of position: minimum 4 weeks; longer is preferable.
• Schedule: 30 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
• Fees for the Apprenticeship: $479 USD/week which includes all tutorship, equipment, food & lodging
• To handle bats you must have proof of up-to-date rabies immunity, including a recent titer if you received the vaccine more than two years ago.

Pictures and videos:
1. Chrotopterus auratus
2. Carollia perspicillata
3. Artibeus lituratus
4. & 5. Desmodus rotundus

#Bats #SummerInternship #Belize #InternAbroad #InternshipOpportunity #EcologyInternship #ConservationInternship #BatsInternship
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Happy World Migratory Bird Day! This year’s them

Happy World Migratory Bird Day! This year’s theme is ‘Water: Sustaining Bird Life’. Today, the whole world celebrates the essential connection between water and bird life. It's a time to acknowledge the crucial role of water bodies in sustaining the incredible diversity of bird species around the globe. 🦆🌍

Water is not only a source of life for birds but also serves as their sanctuary and vital feeding ground. From tranquil lakes to meandering rivers and vast coastal wetlands, these habitats provide a haven for migratory birds, offering them nourishment, rest, and breeding opportunities. 🌿💦

This year, let's reflect on the significance of water conservation and its impact on avian populations. As we face environmental challenges and the increasing scarcity of this precious resource, it becomes even more crucial to protect and restore our water bodies, ensuring the survival and well-being of migratory birds. 🐦💙

On this World Migratory Bird Day, let's unite to take action. Check out the infographic in this post for a few simple ways you can contribute to the conservation of water and bird life.

You can also donate to our bird conservation initiatives by buying a T-shirt via https://www.bonfire.com/trees1/

Don’t forget to share and let all your friends know about the ways they can help sustain the water needed for birds to thrive too!

#WorldMigratoryBirdDay2023 #WMBD23 #WaterForBirds #AvianConservation

Join us in honoring Endangered Species Day, a cruc

Join us in honoring Endangered Species Day, a crucial reminder of the urgent need to protect our precious wildlife!

Majestic birds, fascinating reptiles, and remarkable amphibians are under threat as a result of habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and illegal wildlife trade. Today, we raise our voices to raise awareness and take action for their survival.

Together, we can make a difference! Let's educate ourselves, support conservation efforts, and promote sustainable practices to ensure a future where these magnificent creatures thrive.

#EndangeredSpeciesDay #ProtectWildlife #ConservationMatters #TogetherForNature

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It’s hard to express how much gratitude I have with a simple “thank you”, but I guess it’ll have to do. This place is an oasis in an oasis and the things I’ve learned and experienced here will last forever. Oh yeah, the food’s great and Mat and Vanessa are the best.

ConnorHerpetology InternUniversity of Texas

T.R.E.E.S immediately felt like home to me thanks to the beautiful yet rugged facilities, Vanessa’s welcoming smile, and Matt’s delicious cuisine! There was always something amazing to do or see. You get both quantity and quality when it comes to experiencing true Belize ecology at the T.R.E.E.S field station. Thank you T.R.E.E.S!

BrittanyBiology StudentUniversity of New Brunswick

In my travels to wilderness hotspots in various tropical parts of the world – West Indies, East Africa, India, Seychelles, Comoro Islands, Madagascar, New Zealand, Hawaii etc – I have come across few places that can match Toucan Ridge for sheer biodiversity that is really accessible – there is even a bus stop right there! To have rainforest pristine enough for jaguars, right next to stream and overgrown-orchard habitats, is truly exceptional. Bird netting there for just a few days in March… Read more

Dr.Tony DiamondPhDUniversity of New Brunswick

We LOVED staying at T.R.E.E.S! Very educational, excellent hospitality and food. It was an unforgettable experience and I will definitely be back! Thank you for all your hard work!!

Stacy & JaredSave the Frogs Eco-Tour guests

Thank you so, so much for everything. The food was absolutely amazing, and the facilities were great – luxury compared to the last place we stayed. Thank you for being so nice and accommodating. I could live here!!! I will miss the place. ,

AmieEco-TouristSanta Cruz

After spending a week at T.R.E.E.S this past summer, I feel that I have grown as a student, a scientist, and a person with the T.R.E.E.S directors and staff’s help. So many wonderful memories made despite having to confront a lot of fears and personal limitations…I am certainly more of a “city-girl.” But I honestly did end up enjoying myself! I decided to come on this trip to challenge myself and I feel that I came out of it with even more than I was hoping for: friends, fun, once in … Read more

MichelleStudentUniversity of Iowa

T.R.E.E.S. is without a doubt one of the best places you can stay in Belize! Mat and Vanessa are awesome, and the rest of their staff is very helpful. They are always willing to help you with whatever you need, even if it’s setting up tours with other tour groups. The grounds are amazing. If you’re looking to stay in a rainforest with some great people, T.R.E.E.. is the place for you. Also, the food is amazing!

BeckyStudentUniversity of Florida.

Having travelled to the wilder parts of Costa Rica, Brazil, Peru and Bolivia, I can say that Toucan Ridge is a tremendous destination for biology or environmental studies courses – the mix of humid tall rainforest, mist-covered hills, jungle river, second growth and low intensity citrus fields provides an amazing richness in species, habitats, and teaching opportunities. During our course, we recorded about 60 species of birds, nine species of bat, various possum and rodents, as well as 3 larg… Read more

Dr. Graham ForbesPhDUniversity of New Brunswick

Thank you for the amazing opportunity to stay at T.R.E.E.S with Save the Frogs. My daughter and I were not just luxuriously comfortable in the middle of the rainforest, but also well fed and amidst the frogs, bats, reptiles, birds, butterflies and an abundance of tropical foliage. Hopefully it will not be a one-time visit!

ChotiSave the Frogs Eco-Tour guest

I just want to start off by saying this trip has been one of the best learning experiences of my life…… I am so glad and fortunate my first internship was with T.R.E.E.S……you guys are doing an astonishing job with the research station, the environment is perfect for people of all levels to learn and develop further their skills as biologists…..Because of this experience, although it was tough at times, I intend to continue my pursuit in becoming a biologist…..You guys were awesome!

DiegoBehavioural Ecology InternVirginia Military Institute

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