syracuse hancock The small green-backed heron has a distinctive call and gray-green feathers. The great heron has lon

ing because of the way they soar straight out of the Caribbean. It s possible to hike Gros Piton, the shorter but wider mountain, but you must have permission from the Forestry Department ( 758-450-2078 or 758-450-2231) and be accompanied by an authorized guide. It s a tough hike up steep ascents and through thick vegetation, so only experienced hikers in good condition should consider it.

Citizens of the US and Canada may visit Dominica for up to 21 days by showing an official form of citizenship, syracuse hancock such as a passport or a certified birth certificate, plus a valid govern- ment-issued photo ID. Visitors from most other countries must present a valid passport and may need a visa. All visitors are required to have a return or ongoing ticket.

The small green-backed heron has a distinctive call and gray-green feathers. The great heron has long legs and a long black feather growing from its white head. The snowy egret is white with black legs, while the cattle egret (usually seen sitting on a cow) has white plumage and a tuft of orange feathers on its head. The kingfisher is blue with a white breast and a ruffled tuft on its head. It floats in the air looking for food, and dives into the surf to catch fish. The bananaquit is a little bird with dark feathers on its back and a bright yellow throat and breast. It loves sugar and will make itself syracuse hancock at home on your outdoor table. Native parrots nest high in the rainforests on Dominica and St. Lucia. The Sisserou is Dominica s national bird, and the Jacquot holds national honors on St. Lucia. All species are rare and endangered, syracuse hancock and you probably won t see one unless you hike with a guide. Broad-winged hawks are frequently seen soaring in wooded areas. Various species of hummingbird, especially the purple-throated Carib, green-throated Carib, and the antillean crested are often seen feeding among flowers. The blue-headed hummingbird is a rare type found only on Dominica. The St. Lucia oriole, syracuse hancock called a carouge by residents, is a black and orange or yellow bird found only on St. Lucia. Mammals, Reptiles & Amphibians

You won t get lost if you stick to the main roads that connect the capital of Castries (northwest coast) to Vieux Fort (southern tip). One hugs the west coast, and another cuts through the center of the island via the town of Dennery, then runs south along the east coast until it connects to the west-coast road. Road signs are erratic, and some roads seem to have no name at all, but are known by locals as the road to. The main turnoffs are marked, usually, but sometimes with a homemade sign that s faded over the years. Just know that all roads lead eventually to the main coastal roads, and you can find your way north or south from there.