Absolute blog: A view from Belize

The hermit crab phenomenon

7 July 11

Every July on Ambergris Caye we look forward to witnessing the passage of the migrating hermit crabs. For some reason they particularly like to visit our friends at Rojo Lounge and Azul Resort and nowhere on the island has the phenomenon been seen in such concentration. AB will be heading there tonight for hermit crab races and for some of Chef Jeff’s divine crab bisque (ssh!)

Photos courtesy of Rojo Lounge and Azul Resort

Man-O-War Caye

16 February 11

From afar the designated bird sanctuary of Man-O-War Caye looks like any other tiny mangrove island, but as you journey closer to shore the frenzy of activity becomes apparent, with birds soaring in the sky above in every direction… and the guys strutting their stuff (or inflating their red gular pouches) for the ladies during breeding season.

Man-O-War Caye lies around 70 miles south of Belize City close to South Water Caye. The 3 different types of mangrove vegetation provide a perfect sanctuary to a variety of indigenous bird species, including Pelicans, Brown Booby birds, and the Magnificent Frigate birds (also known as Man-O-War birds). Here is our pick of pictures….

Perfect sunset?

27 October 10

Everyone loves a beautiful sunrise or sunset, so we’re laying down the gauntlet to you, friends of Absolute Belize, to send us your best Belizean shots. The winner will be announced and featured on our website home page. Post entries directly on our facebook page or send them to us at hello@absolutebelize.com. AB’s photo was taken at Laughing Bird Caye whilst sailing with Belize Luxury Sailing on The Doris. Can you beat that?

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