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Birds of Aruba

ORANJESTAD — On May 11th, 2010, dation publishes the most beautiful things start happening in nature. Cabochon
the Aruba Birdlife Conservation pictures of local birds on their so- In its living form of so much more
was founded with the aim of pro- cial media that show us the beauty Canadian in the house value than any gemstone. Aruba’s
tecting the biodiversity in general of Aruba’s birds and nature in gen- The breeding season is over and it’s smallest and most master of flight.
and birds in and around Aruba in eral. Aruba Today gives you a little getting pretty cold in North Ameri- A top pollinator. A hovering Blenchi
particular. peek with the following pictures ca. Shore birds have started mov- inspecting the human who just en-
and descriptions from the founda- ing southwards as early as July. This tered his territory.
tions Facebook page. wetland beauty wants to keep its
Among other things, the founda- toes warm. Our Canadian friends English: Blue-tailed Emerald (male)
tion will focus on increasing the The Great Egret know exactly where they can do Dutch: Blauwstaartsmaragdkolib-
survival chances of species of wild Serenity in Aruba’s National Park, a so best. A Greater Yellowlegs redis- rie (mannetje).
birds by promoting their preserva- Great Egret flying in peace. When covering Aruba’s Bubali Wetlands. Aruba’s to enjoy. Aruba’s to pro-
tion and conservation. The foun- it is peaceful and quite, beautiful tect.

Best spots to view the sunset

(Oranjestad)—What can be more sunset on the beach has to be ei- spectacular canvas for the sun to credible scenery.
romantic than surprising your part- ther Manchebo Beach or at Eagle create a masterpiece of orange,
ner with a date watching the sun- Beach, which stretch along the pink and purple hue. Casibari Rock Formation
set. Aruba’s sunset leave many entire western coast of the island If you’re a rock climber, you might
speechless, and luckily, the best starting from behind Bucuti & Tara enjoy watching the sunset on top
spots to view the sunset are entirely Beach Resort up to the Amsterdam Hooiberg Hill of the Casibari Rock Formation. It’s
accessible and easy to find. Here Manor roundabout. The sunset on These last two options are for more no Yosemite, but it does offer a fun
are some of the best places to view these beaches is truly breathtak- active couples. If you and your little exercise to get to the top. But
the sunset on the island. ing; the sky and ocean look so big partner like to hike, the Hooiberg if you prefer not to get your hands
and spacious, and paired with the Hill may be a great place for you a little dirty, you can always use the
California Light House orange/pink hue of the sunset, the to get your daily workout in and stairs in the back.
Of course, being one of the high- white sandy beaches and the soft enjoy a beautiful view of the sun-
est point easily accessible to locals sounds of waves crashing—it can set and the island as a little reward. Editor’s note: This spot may be my
and tourists, the California Light only be described as an experi- Climb on top the 587-step stairs personal favorite, if you couldn’t
House hill not only offers a tremen- ence!* and reach the top to enjoy this in- already tell…q
dous view of the sunset, but also
a breath taking scenery of most Arashi Beach
of the island. In the distance you Another beach that has to be con-
can spot all the hotels, the western sidered as another great spot to
shoreline and the wild waves that view the sunset. Arashi Beach is the
crash on the northern side of the last beach you will find along the
island. western coast line, just before you
drive up the hill to the California
Manchebo & Eagle Beach Light House. A favorite for surfers
Speaking of the western shore- and body boarders, the Arashi sky
line, the best spots for viewing the stretches out for miles, lending a