Spain - Total Eclipse August 2026

Byron is an Ecuadorian Ecologist and Field Ornithologist who has been working as a researcher and bird watching tour leader since 2000. A keen birder and nature lover by 'nature', Byron has a vast knowledge of the neotropical and Western Palearctic avifauna, particularly in his native Ecuador and other neotropical countries such as southern USA, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, Colombia, the Caribbean, European and Northern Africa regions. His sharp ears and bioacoustic skills allow him to locate the most elusive forest-dwelling birds in the field, successfully leading more than two-hundred trips so far! As a Field Ornithologist, Byron has contributed many important discoveries to Ecuadorian Ornithology, all published in scientific magazines and bulletins, such as the first record for Ecuador of the Thicket Antpitta (Hylopezus dives), Feb. 2007; the rediscovery of the Yellow-eared Toucanet (Selenidera spectabilis), Aug. 2006; and the discovery of the Choco Vireo (Vireo masteri), Sep 2004, a new species for Ecuador. Byron currently works as an independent Wildlife Consultant, supporting the Operations team based at our Hampshire HQ. He also supports different conservation organisations and charities, helping people from remote communities to get involved in the conservation of their home habitats. He has also actively involved in many birding and conservation programmes in Spain, where his birding field skills have rapidly made him one of the authorities amongst the Iberian wildlife world. Byron endorses Gitzo products and other birding optics equipment brands, and is based in a beautiful corner of West Dorset.