25th December Christmas Day began at 4.15 am and not with Santa Claus but as we headed up to the Paramo in search of more new birds. Highlights included Mouse-coloured Thistletail and Neblina Metaltail hummingbird and lower down, Masked Mountain- and Golden-crowned Tanagers, Swallow-tail Nightjar and Red-faced Parrot. Bird species total: 4281 26th December Morning spent at the Jocotoco Antpitta reserve and enjoying incredible views of these star birds right at our feet, photos to follow asap. Long drive to Macala picking up Plumbeous-backed Thrush, Chapman´s Antshrike and Fasciated Wren amongst others en route. Bird species total: 4289Posted 26th December, Macala, EcuadorHopefully we can find better internet access soon to share our photos of the wonderful birds we´re enjoying here!