The commensurate burst of breeding activity (exhibited here by an Ecuadorian Thrush) produces ubiquitous birdsong and color (as illustrated by this male Golden-bellied Grosbeak).  Hence the timing of our tour--when the scenery and the birding of Tumbesia are at their best.  &lt;br&gt;&lt;div id=&quot;caption_tourlink&quot; align=&quot;right&quot;&gt; [photos © participant Diana Bradshaw &amp; guide Richard Webster]&lt;/div&gt;