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Birding Guatemala: A Nature Enthusiast’s Guide
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Explore the diverse bird species and habitats of Guatemala, from Quetzals in the highlands to Seabirds on the Pacific Coast. Learn about conservation efforts and local experts.
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Guatemala Vacation Packages
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Guatemala Vacation Packages: If you are looking for the next hotspot for your upcoming vacation, consider Guatemala vacations. They offer a serene environment rich with culture and modern entertainment, helping you discover the Mayan world. The diversity of culture and history is unique and offers much to see on your luxury travel to Guatemala. Introduction…
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Hummingbirds in The Mayan Art
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English Name: Humming bird (Family Apodidae)Spanish Names: Colibrí, Chupaflor, Picaflor, Gorrión. Maya Names: Tzunuun, Dzunnun, Ts’ak ts’unu’un (Yucatec, Itzaj) The hummingbird is one of the few animals that always appear in a natural form. Although they are not exact renditions of real birds, the Maya artists emphasized the beaks, wings, and tails,…
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Birds In the Mayan Art
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Birds In the Mayan Art Many birds form part of the supernatural hierarchy that inhabits the Maya Universe, and they occupy the highest ranks. Their most frequent association is with heaven if they nest in trees and with the entrance to the underworld if they are aquatic birds. Birds could have attracted the attention…