Parrot Preserve

Grand Cayman Parrots Calling

This breeding pair of Grand Cayman Parrots live at the Turtle Farm at Boatswain's Bay in Grand Cayman. I'm not quite sure what has them all excited, but they are beautiful birds and a lot of fun to observe. Cayman Parrots are struggling due in part to habitat loss and destruction, as well as poaching by black market parrot traders who will chop down the tree to steal the chicks and sell them. These parrots nest in old trees and use the same nesting site every year. Hurricanes and storms also have an impact on the population; the Cayman Brac Parrot's numbers have been dramatically reduced due to tropical storms. It is illegal to remove a Cayman Parrot from the wild and they are a protected species.

Birding in the Cayman Islands (Part I): Grand Cayman

Join Leica Optics Ambassador Luke Massey on his trip to explore the bird life of the Cayman Islands. 246 species of birds are waiting to be watched and explored...

Cayman Islands - wildlife and heritage

Watch the three-part Britain's Treasure Islands documentary series on BBC FOUR, starting Tue 12 Apr 2016 21:00. (repeated Wed 13 Apr 2016 20:00).

This mini-documentary explores the wildlife and conservation of the Cayman Islands, a UK Overseas Territory in the Caribbean comprising Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. All three islands are home to a staggering diversity of wildlife that occurs in tropical dry forests, mangrove forests and vast seabird colonies. In this film, we encounter fiddler crabs, snakes, land hermit crabs, exquisite orchids and many unique birds that occur no where else on Earth. The Cayman Islands are also home to two unique iguanas, both of which are critically rare. Grand Cayman's blue iguana is so called for its striking blue colouration. The blue iguana was predicted to become extinct, but conservationists acted just in time by setting up a very successful breeding programme, and the species has been saved for the future. Off shore, diverse coral reefs are renowned across the world, and are the site for immense grouper spawning aggregations - including the largest remaining aggregation events left in the Caribbean.

This film is one of forty mini-documentaries made from the footage not used in the broadcast series.

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Please note: although complementary to the BBC FOUR series, the 40 short mini-documentaries are not commissioned or editorially overseen by BBC.

BRITAIN'S TREASURE ISLANDS - MINI-DOCUMENTARIES

Introduction

Overview of the UK Overseas Territories
Filming the Britain’s Treasure Islands TV documentary series
Stewart McPherson’s lecture at the Royal Geographical Society

Mini-documentaries about each of the UK Overseas Territories

Ascension Island – wildlife and heritage
Saint Helena – wildlife and heritage
Tristan da Cunha – wildlife and heritage
Falkland Islands – wildlife and heritage
South Georgia – wildlife and heritage
British Antarctic Territory – wildlife and heritage
British Indian Ocean Territory – wildlife and heritage
Pitcairn Islands – wildlife and heritage
Bermuda – wildlife and heritage
Cayman Islands – wildlife and heritage
British Virgin Islands – wildlife and heritage
Montserrat – wildlife and heritage
Anguilla – wildlife and heritage
Turks and Caicos Islands – wildlife and heritage
Akrotiri and Dhekelia – wildlife and heritage
Gibraltar – wildlife and heritage

Mini-documentaries about specific subjects on particular UK Overseas Territories

Ascension Island – natives and aliens
Ascension Island – supplying the garrison
Saint Helena – wirebird conservation
Saint Helena – plant conservation
Life on Tristan da Cunha – the World’s Most Remote Inhabited Island
Tristan da Cunha – the Monster Mice of Gough Island
Falkland Islands – Jimmy the ex-whaler
British Indian Ocean Territory – coconut crabs
British Indian Ocean Territory – seabirds
British Indian Ocean Territory – underwater
Pitcairn Islands – Henderson Island’s wildlife
Life on Pitcairn Island – home of the descendants of the mutineers from HMS Bounty

Mini-documentaries about systematic wildlife groups across all of the UK Overseas Territories

Terrestrial Invertebrates of the UK Overseas Territories
Amphibians and Reptiles of the UK Overseas Territories
Plants of the UK Overseas Territories
Mammals of the UK Overseas Territories
Birds of the UK Overseas Territories
Marine Life of the UK Overseas Territories

Overview mini-documentaries

Conservation Lessons of the UKOTs
Islands of Evolution
Overview of the Britain’s Treasure Islands book
Shipping 5,000 books to all UK secondary schools COMING SOON
Overview of Britain’s Treasure Islands TV documentary series

Booby Pond Nature Reserve Little Cayman - Expedition Notebook

One of the most fascinating locations in the Caribbean is the Booby Pond Nature Reserve on the island of Little Cayman in the Cayman Islands. Jessica Harvey takes us there...

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In the Caribbean, 480 miles south of Miami lies Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman, three beautiful islands that are the Cayman Islands

A British overseas territory that is just heaven on earth, turquoise waters, white sand beaches, palm trees and that certain je ne sais qua that makes these islands the preferred destination for the more discerning traveller.

In fact the standard of living in the Cayman Islands is generally regarded as the highest in the region.

Listen out for the song birds and parrots - maybe spot a green sea turtle crawling up the beach and of course there is some of the best diving in the world.

The marine life is just astounding and never ceases to amaze not only the divers but also snorkelers and casual swimmers.

Kass Coleman fell in love with these idyllic Islands in 1986 -- Kass founded Beach Castles a RE/MAX franchise and it's difficult to find a more professional, thorough and knowledgeable person when it comes to do with anything related to real estate in the Cayman Islands.

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Whatever your requirements, be it investing or simply relocating, contact Beachcastles to view the vast variety of condominiums, ocean front properties, plots of land and gated communities.

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Mastic Reserve expands

The National Trust bought eight more acres of land to add to the Mastic Reserve.

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Like three brilliant siblings, Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman each have their own charms while sharing familial traits. A British Overseas Territory, the trio makes up a one of a kind vacation spot beloved by families, couples and watersport enthusiasts alike.

Grand Cayman's capital, George Town, is a vibrant city center, housing unique historic sites, a renowned National Gallery and Cayman's National Museum. The downtown area also boasts some of the Caribbean's very best duty-free shopping. Travelers can choose from fine European fashions and top designer labels, artisanal crafts such as Caymanite jewelry, antiques and treasure coin jewelry.

AIRPORTS/GATEWAYS/FLYING TIMES: Airports: (GCM) - Owen Roberts International Airport serves is located on Grand Cayman. There is also Gerrard Smith International Airport is on Cayman Brac and Edward Bodden Airstrip on Little Cayman. Little Cayman has no customs or immigration, so no direct flights stop there. Gateways/Flying Times: Atlanta - 2 hours 40 minutes. Kingston, Jamaica - 1 hour. Miami - 1 hour 20 minutes. Tampa - 1 hour 40 minutes. New York -- 4 hours. Toronto, Canada -- 4 hours. Charlotte - 2 hours 50 minutes. Newark - 4 hours 15 minutes. Montego Bay, Jamaica - 45 minutes. Learn more about how to get the Cayman Islands.

CLIMATE: Average annual temperature, high-27.6 C/86.6 F: low-19 degrees C/66 degrees F.
DINING: Local. Caribbean. International. Gourmet. Chinese. Italian. Mexican. Southwestern USA. German. Indian. Thai. English pubs. Fast Food. Dress code is casual. 15% is standard for gratuities.

LANGUAGE: English.

NIGHTLIFE: Discos. Live Music. Nightclubs. Dinner/Dances. Cinemas. Theaters. Comedy Club. Café. Occasionally gospel concerts and concerts by top reggae, country and rock bands.

SIGHTSEEING: Grand Cayman - white sand beaches, dive and snorkel sites; Marine trips; Atlantis Submarine; SeaWorld Explorer Semi-Submarine; Nautilus Semi-Submersible Submarine; Jolly Roger cruise excursions; Turtle Farm; Conch Shell House; Hell in West Bay; Blow Holes in East End; Stingray City (snorkeling or diving) dept 4 to 12 ft; Tortuga Rum Factory; Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park; Mastic Trail; Pedro St. James; Rum Point; Stingray Brewery; Yacht Club; Britannia, the Links at Safehaven Golf courses. Butterfly Farm. Cayman Brac - Bluff; Caves; Honeymoon Cottage; Museum; NIM Things; Parrot Reserve; M/V Capt. Keith Tibbetts (diving or snorkeling site). Brac Nature Trails. Little Cayman - Booby Pond Nature Reserve; Museum; National Trust House and Bird Sanctuary; Owen Island; Point O' Sand Beach; Salt Rocks Dock; Tarpon Lake; Bloody Bay Wall and Jackson Marine Parks (diving and snorkeling sites).

Governor Gore's Bird Sanctuary

Take a drive to the Governor Michael Gore Bird Sanctuary in Savannah-Newlands and visit with an expert from the National Trust.

Enchanting Escapes Fowl Cay

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15 Second Vacation: Feeding New Friends at Cayman Turtle Farm

Close your eyes. Take a deep breath, and imagine yourself transported to Grand Cayman's West Bay, to the Cayman Turtle Center. After familiarizing yourself with Cayman Island's resident sea turtles, you enter the aviary. Your eyes are drawn to the beautifully colored Scarlet Ibis, and you kneel down to feed them by hand. You spend a few moments there, just being at one with nature. Feel all of the day's stresses melt away. Read more about Cayman's Turtle Center here:

For nature lovers, the Cayman Islands is an incredible destination for birding, with a strong commitment to environmental protection and conservation. Come birdwatching with us, and catch a glimpse of our rare, endangered Brac Parrot, red-footed boobies, tricolored herons, American coots and more. Across Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, the Cayman Islands is home to numerous reserves and sanctuaries like the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, Colliers Pond, Salina Reserve, and the Majestic Reserve.
Learn more about our bird sanctuaries at visitcaymanislands.com/en-us/experiences/adventure-tours/birding

Cayman Turtle Centre - Flight Aviary

Cayman's largest land-based attraction, Cayman Turtle Centre: Island Wildlife Encounter hosts more than 200,000 visitors each year. Educational, cultural and entertainment programmes are consistently being created and updated to enhance the experience that can only be found at our world renowned attraction.

Cayman Turtle Centre located in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

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Southern White Butterflies 'Cayman Brac snow'

Things to do in Cayman: Hike the Mastic Trail

You will not believe what we saw on our trek through the Mastic Trail...

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Now & Then Exhibition: National Gallery Cayman Islands

Running from 11th October - 11th December at The National Gallery in the Cayman Islands the exhibition: Now & Then.
Sponsored by Susan A. Olde OBE.
A masterful collaboration between two great photographers, of the past: Joseph Steinmetz & present: Courtney Platt.
The images in Now and Then illustrate the gigantic leap that we have taken as a society. Working with archival photographs from the Cayman Islands National Archive (CINA) and the Cayman Free Press Steinmetz Collection, photographer Courtney Platt has replicated and digitally merged the past and present to provide a window into this bygone era.

Past and current landmarks, buildings, events and generations of people blend together in a surreal, and at times, haunting mixture of imagery. They evoke a way of life that is rapidly becoming confined to memory and remind us of the importance of preserving our unique heritage before it is lost forever.

Videography by Frans De Backer of Cayman Islands Sotheby's International Realty

Black Caiman

While we were out on the lake looking for birds, a Black Cayman swam by. I was filming through my binoculars, hence the amazing quality.

HD Scuba Diving in the Cayman Islands, continental shelf.

Video of a dive I done when I lived in the Caymans. You can see the continental shelf drop off to about 6000 feet. Parrot fish and fire coral.

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Little Cayman Views at Sunset Point

Views from Sunset Point at Little Cayman.

Dive Forster's Boss Lady - Gabby Hunter

A quick look into Gabby Hunters underwater profile