The Unexpected Bloom of Peace: How Colombia's War Torn Landscapes Became a Birding Paradise The recent surge in birdwatching tourism to Colombia's western region has brought millions of dollars into the country's economy.
This trend raises questions about our relationship with nature and conflict. For decades, areas like Tatamá National Park were off limits due to fighting between government forces and guerrilla groups.
Since the 2016 peace deal with FARC, these regions have begun to open up, revealing a staggering array of bird species.